Chapter 175

"Boss, we're trapped! We fell right into it—run, quick!" "Liam, get him out of here now!" Liam and another guy grabbed Alexander Stone, practically dragging him along. But Alex was way too hurt to even stay on his feet, let alone escape. He was already out cold from the blood loss. "Hide him here—we'll pull them away!" Liam said through clenched teeth. He spotted a pile of garbage nearby with some junk stacked on top. They tucked Alex in, covered him, then ran off to distract the enemy. Soon after, it started drizzling. Then the rain got heavier. The cold drops jolted Alex awake. His hands were sticky with blood. Everything was silent but for the sound of rain. No sign of the others. Then, out of the blue, a pair of spotless white sneakers stepped into view. "Help me..." Alex croaked, struggling to lift an arm. "Alex?!" Jessica gasped in shock. She dropped her umbrella and started yanking the stuff off him in a panic. "Come on, I'm taking you to the hospital right now!" He was in a mes