#Chapter 14: Fear and Gunfire

Aurora POV Before I can process what’s happening, Dominic’s arm tightens across my chest, a protective barrier as he shifts the car into a different gear. My breath catches, terror seizing my body. A second later, the impact happens. Our car slams into the back of Leonardo’s vehicle, the violent jolt ripping me forward, but Dominic’s arm stays firm, holding me in place. The sound of metal crunching against metal reverberates through my skull, the world spinning as Dominic’s foot jams down on the peddle. Tires screech against the pavement, the force of the collision pushing Leonardo’s car forward and through the ring the men have formed around it. I bite down on a scream, my fingers digging into the seat. The second I hear the crack of gunfire, my eyes fly open. “Down.” The single word is a snapped order, his tone leaving no room for hesitation. The car veers violently as Dominic yanks the wheel around again, his movements precise and urgent, maneuvering the vehicle i