The darkness lasted only a few seconds.
But to Scarlett, it felt like an eternity.
The hospital corridor had vanished beneath smoke and shadows, leaving only the distant screams of frightened patients and the sharp smell of burning wires filling the air.
Her fingers tightened around Dominic's hand.
She didn't even realize she was holding him until he squeezed back once.
Just once.
Not gently.
Not romantically.
It was the silent reassurance of a man preparing for war.
Marco's voice cut through the darkness.
"Move! We have to leave now!"
Flashlights suddenly pierced the smoke as Russo security rushed toward the room, weapons drawn.
Dominic's grandfather had clearly mobilized every loyal man he had.
Within seconds, four heavily armed guards surrounded the hospital room.
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