Nicole’s POV The exploding sound of the gun rippled into my eardrum. I wasn’t sure what was happening, but I found myself flying towards the window. Jake had pushed me. I landed on the ground with a heavy thud. I landed on my side, and I was certain that was going to leave a scar. The gun went off a second time and I scrambled behind a worn sofa. Thankfully, whoever that was, was focused on Jake and paid no attention to me. I peaked at who was shooting from behind the sofa. I was not surprised to find Alisha holding a shotgun. She had dark circles under her eyes which did not compliment the burning rage in her bloodshot eyes. She really wanted to draw blood. “Come out you coward!” she barked, her eyes darting frantically around the poorly lit room. I prayed silently that she does