#Chapter 34 Last Hope

Mia Desperation clawed at me, the walls of the room closing in like a vise. I glanced back at Elio, who was recovering quickly, his eyes now blazing with fury. The throbbing in my finger was relentless, but I couldn't let it distract me. I had to find another way out, and fast. My eyes darted around the room, searching for any means of escape. The only other option was the window on the far side of the room. It was a long shot, but it was my only chance. I took a deep breath, steeling myself for the sprint across the room. Every step sent jolts of pain through me, but I couldn't let that stop me. Elio was starting to straighten up, his eyes locked on me. "You're not getting away that easily," he snarled, but I didn't wait to hear more. I took off, my feet pounding against the floor, each step a desperate attempt to put distance between us. The window seemed impossibly far, but I pushed myself harder. Elio lunged for me, but I dodged, feeling his fingers graze my arm as I sli