The attack came suddenly.
No one expected Demi to take out a knife.
The sharp knife glinted with cold light as Demi rushed straight toward Laura.
A steely expression appeared on Laura's face. Just as she was about to kick the knife away, Cody turned around and blocked Laura with his body.
"Be careful! It's dangerous!" Cody's low voice was laced with worry and concern. He protected Laura with one hand, and he reached out to grab Demi's arm that was holding the knife.
At that moment, Laura didn't expect that Cody would suddenly stand between her and the knife.
She couldn't stop in time and her kick landed on Cody's thigh.
Cody's body swayed at the impact. At the same time, the sharp knife grazed the back of Cody's hand.
"Ouch!"
Cody felt the pain coming from his hand and from his
