Quinn’s ears were ringing from the gunshots. Elise fell to the ground, blood gushing from her leg and the gun laying feet from them. Jake stepped forward, kicking the gun away and embracing Quinn in his arms. Pulling her away from Elise, Elise let out an ear-piercing scream. One of the men had shot her in the leg to lose balance and not be able to shoot Quinn.
Quinn trembled in Jake’s arms. As he held her closely, Jake glared at Elise until she calmed down. If you or Daniel come near me or my wife again, I will tear you apart.” Jake’s voice was chillingly cold. Elise trembled in fear. She soon came to her senses, and her fear became anger.
“You should have just killed me, you prick!” Elise threatened Jake. His expression did not change as he turned with Quinn and walked off. Elise yell
