Chapter 137

“W-What the hell?” Arden muttered in disbelief, his eyes narrowing as he scanned the situation. “Where did they come from?!” Elyana didn’t waste a second. Her eyes darted around, landing on Jessica, who had been playing in the sand just a short distance away. Without thinking, Elyana sprinted toward her. “Jessica!” she called, scooping the little girl into her arms. Jessica was already trembling, her small face pale with fear. “Mommy!” she cried, clutching tightly to Elyana’s neck as the first few shots rang out again. Bullets zipped past them, and Elyana ducked low as she ran, shielding Jessica’s body with her own. She dashed toward the car, adrenaline surging through her veins. Behind them, Arden had rushed toward his vehicle and flung open the backseat. He reached inside and pulled out a handgun, checking it quickly before raising it. “Who are these guys?!” he growled, eyes sharp and jaw tight. Noah had already moved into action. With swift precision, he pulled his weapon and began