Chapter 542

The force of the explosion caused even the helicopter to wobble slightly. Felicia held tightly to the rope ladder, her eyes scanning the chaotic scene below. She reached out desperately toward Stephan on the ground, shouting, "Hurry, grab my hand!" Stephan smiled faintly, steadying his breath. Then, with a powerful leap, he reached for Felicia's outstretched hand. His strong fingers wrapped tightly around hers as he used the momentum to pull himself upward. With that, he grabbed hold of the rope ladder. Stanley, who was crouching by the helicopter's cabin door, immediately shouted to the pilot, "Go! Take off now!" The sun was rising, and the thick mist that had once filled the canyon had long since been swept away by the shockwaves produced by the explosions. The helicopter ascended rapidly and headed toward a safe direction. The rope ladder swayed in mid-air. Stephan held Felicia protectively in his arms, ensuring she wouldn't lose her grip and fall. The wind roared past them, w