Chapter 88

Recalling that moment, fear still lingered within Adam. They could faintly hear Kaytly’s helpless cries from a distance, witnessing the actions of that monster, regretting not having wings to fly beside her.

Fortunately, Alex remained calm and skilled, shooting with pinpoint accuracy. Everything might have been unavoidable if they had been just a step slower.

Adam held Kaytly, his heart aching, and said with immense relief, “No, really, there’s nothing to worry about. Kaytly, you have to trust me. I didn’t deceive you. At the crucial moment, Alex shot and killed him. Do you understand? Nothing happened. It’s all over. Are you okay?”

Adam held her tightly, afraid that letting go would make her vanish. Hearing his words, Kaytly’s mind was filled with images of blood, the dark red liquid flowing from the assailant’s head...

“Is it true? Adam, are you being honest? I don’t... I don’t...”

“Yes, Kaytly, everything I’ve said is true. Relax a bit, and try to re