Chapter 444

Seeing Natalie in such a dangerous situation, Taylor's calm exterior began to crumble little by little. He cast a deep look at her, one filled with emotions he couldn't express at that moment. It was as if he was trying to convey something but couldn't say it aloud. Then, he turned to the thug and said, "Fine, I'll hand over the gun!" The thug, wary of any tricks, made another demand, "Crouch down and put the gun on the ground!" Taylor did as he was told. He crouched slowly, his mind focused on the situation. Just as the gun was about an inch from the ground, he suddenly aimed at the thug holding Natalie and pulled the trigger. The thug cried out in pain, dropping his gun to the ground. It was the first time Natalie had ever heard a gunshot. She instinctively grabbed her head and froze on the spot, completely disoriented. Taylor rushed forward, kicking the thug hard and picking up the other gun from the ground. With a quick glance at Natalie, he said, "Natalie, go back home." H