The Devil’s Care

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Emily's POV The frantic urgency in Lucas’s voice pierced the air like a sharp blade, shattering the peaceful ambience of the room. “Anna, get the doctor! Jason is injured!” His words sent shockwaves through my senses, and without a second thought, I instinctively pulled Aurora away. Shielding her from the sight of her father in distress became my immediate priority; the last thing I wanted was for her innocent eyes to witness such a gruesome scene. Despite my efforts to steer clear of the chaos unfolding in the living room, a baffling force tugged at me, drawing me back. With hesitant steps, I found myself hovering in a corner, silently watching as Lucas carefully laid Jason on the couch, his face etched with concern. "You're overreacting, Lucas. It's just a scratch," Jason reassured, h

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