At this moment, Taylor''s face twisted into a grotesque mask, like a vengeful ghost from the depths of hell.


    Taylorughed and cried hysterically, "Okay, if that''s how it''s going to be, then nobody gets to live! You just did all this to be with Drew, to have a wild, passionate romance. Heh, well, don''t think for a second that you''re actually going to get what you want!"


    Taylor grabbed Yvonne''s neck and forced her toward the rooftop''s edge. His cold and moist lips touched her pale cheek, mixing with her tears. "Yvonne, if we can''t be together in this life, then let''s die and get married in the next life."


    In the blink of an eye, Yvonne''s heart raced, and her body felt weightless as she tumbled backward into the abyss.


    "Yvonne!" Drew cried out in anguish as he desperately rushed to Yvonne''s rescue, his tall, slender frame darting forward with the speed of a lightning bolt.


    Meanwhile, up on the church rooftop...


    Whoosh-!


    A piercing beam of cold light shed, followed by a sharp sound hurtling from a distance of around a hundred meters.


    Just as the malicious Taylor was about to drag Yvonne off the rooftop, she heard a sharp cracking sound above her, like an eggshell smashing against a rock.


    Yvonne''s breathing hitched, and her heart raced with terror. Time seemed to stand still. Drew''s eyes went wide with shock-


    A bullet had sted straight through Taylor''s forehead, leaving behind a grisly, gaping wound.


    Taylor stared at Yvonne with a nk, horrified expression, his mouth hanging open in agony, before tumbling backward.


    Yvonne closed her eyes in fear, expecting the worst. But to her surprise, she found herself engulfed in a fierce, tender embrace.


    As Taylor plummeted from the rooftop, Drew quickly grabbed Yvonne and wrapped her in his embrace. Hisrge frame hunched over, enveloping her entirely, as if he wished to meld her into his very being.


    "Yvonne, it''s all over now; it''s over," Drew murmured shakily, though his entire body was shaking with fear.


    Tears streamed down his face uncontrobly. His heart raced, and his breathing wasbored. His heart was a mess of emotions, yet the hug he gave her was firm and steady.Content ? provided by N?velDrama.Org.


    Yvonne, still in her white wedding dress, copsed in Drew''s arms, longing to return the embrace, but her limbs felt heavy as lead. She couldn''t lift them.


    Chapter 2181 1


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    with his sharpshooting skills. It would have been worse if he hadn''t stepped in to help out." Asher nced toward the church on the opposite side, feeling relieved. "We really can''tpare to him."


    Taylor, who had fallen from the rooftop, died with a terrified expression on his face.


    The cops covered his body with a sheet and brought it to the station for further examination.


    Justin, stationed on the church rooftop, had sessfullypleted his mission. He calmly packed up his rifle, his gaze unwavering and tranquil. Without a word, he discreetly left the scene, vanishing like a gentle breeze or passing clouds. Yet his silent, resolute actions had made asting impression.


    Overwhelmed by the intense shock Yvonne''s body showed physical Sof distress. In the ame she was tightly embraced by Drew, wrapped securely in his arms.


    His teary eyes were red and swollen withbored breath, yet he remained motionless like a statue, holding her as if she were the most precious thing in the world.


    Their hearts raced and pounded in sync, as ifposing the melody of a love destined for a lifetime.


    After a while, Yvonne slowly lifted her pale face and asked softly, “Are... Are you okay?"


    Drew lowered his head, gazing into her clear, dark eyes. He opened his mouth to speak, but no sound came out.


    He hugged her, like an old man nearing the end of his days, and slowly raised his hand.


    First, he pointed to his chest with his left hand, then gave a thumbs-up. His right hand gently cupped his thumb. Finally, his trembling finger pointed at her heart.


    Yvonne felt warmth flood her chest. A soft smile appeared on her lips as she gently stroked his rough hand with her delicate fingers, tears glistening in her eyes.


    "I love you too."