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The intruders lay lifeless, their vacant eyes a haunting testament to the brutal struggle that had unfolded.
"Where's Matteo?" I demanded with panic and worry clutching at my chest. My voice quivered as I scanned the chaotic surroundings.
Fear gnawed at my mind. What if something had happened to him? What if I missed my chance to tell him how I felt?
Antonio frowned, clearly picking up on my distress. He spoke in a reassuring tone, "Don't worry, Sophia. Matteo is in a meeting right now, and he's safe. You don't need to worry about him at this moment."
I took a deep breath, trying to steady my racing heart. I was relieved.
Antonio moved with purpose, his every step cautious and deliberate while leading me toward an alternative exit, far from the front door.
As we reached a hidden passage that led to an escape route, we stepped outside, and the cool night air hit me like a splash of reality.
The chaos inside Matteo's house seemed distant, but it still echoed in my mind.
Antonio halted and turned to me, his expression grave. "Sophia, listen carefully," he began. "When I tell you to run, head straight to the car parked just outside. Do you understand?"
I nodded, my heart pounding with a mix of fear and determination. I knew I had to trust Antonio; he was my lifeline in this nightmarish situation.
Antonio rushed ahead, his footsteps quick and determined as he fired shots at the incoming intruders, creating a chaotic symphony of gunfire.
I barely had time to admire his skill as he shouted, "Run!"
Without hesitation, I sprinted forward. The garden was a labyrinth of manicured hedges and ornate statues, but I followed the path to the waiting black car.
The moonlight cast eerie shadows, making it difficult to see clearly, but my fear-fueled adrenaline propelled me forward.
As I reached the car, a strong hand clamped onto my arm like a vice, yanking me backward with surprising force.
Panic surged within me as I struggled against the unseen assailant.
With my hand trembling, I managed to land a punch square on his jaw, causing him to stagger.
But my heart raced, not just for my safety, but for the precious life growing within me.
I couldn't forget that I was seven months pregnant, and every move I made was fraught with concern for my unborn child.
The fear of harm to my baby intensified my determination to break free and ensure our safety.
The man's grip tightened, and I knew I had to act decisively. With all the strength I could muster, I delivered a swift knee kick to his crotch area. He doubled over in agonizing pain, releasing his hold on me.
As I stumbled away from him, a gunshot echoed through the night, and the man collapsed.
My heart pounded as I turned to see Antonio sprinting toward me. He shouted for me to run, and I needed no further urging.
I dashed towards the waiting black car, the garden layout blurred by my adrenaline-fueled sprint.
Gunshots echoed behind me, but I didn't dare look back until I reached the car.
Sliding into the passenger's seat, I was relieved to find Antonio following closely behind.
He wasted no time, starting the car and zooming away from Matteo's mansion, putting distance between us and the nightmarish scene.
Gunshots echoed behind us, but I didn't dare look back. All that mattered was escaping this nightmare with Antonio by my side as the fear for my unborn child still gnawed at me.
As we sped away from the chaos, I couldn't help but notice a dark stain on Antonio's shirt sleeve. My concern flared, and I gestured towards his arm, my voice tinged with worry.
"You're bleeding," I exclaimed.
