Chapter 299 Chapter 299 Nicolas found himself in Brandons grasp , and the others dared not move .
Nicola Noelle rushed forward , panic evident on her face .
Earlier , she had thought Brandon might agree to Nicolass proposal , but to her surprise , both men seemed intent on killing each other , and now the situation was beyond any possibility of reconciliation .
Stay back .
Everyone , retreat , Nicolas ordered , his tone decisive .
Nicolas ? she looked at him , confused .
She didnt understand what Nicolas was planning , but her heart raced , as though something was about to happen , and it felt ominous .
Brandon saw that everyone obeyed , creating a clear space around himself and Nicolas .
However , the heavy machine guns still surrounded them , and Brandon quickly guessed Nicolass intent .
Noelles mind raced with confusion .
Nicolas was planning to die with Brandon ? What did that mean ? Nicolas tightened his grip on Brandons hand , glaring back at him with a cold smile .
How could I leave someone like you alive ? As long as youre still breathing .
Noelle can never be truly free .
So even if it means I die , Ill drag you down with me .
He was determined to ensure that what happened that night would never repeat .
Brandon could see the resolve in Nicolass eyes .
He had trully made up his mind to die .
And the machine guns surrounding them could Indeed pose a threat -even Brandon wouldnt dare to take a bullet from them . Are you scared ? Nicolas gripped Brandon tightly , then turned to the special forces positioned above .
Fire ! But before anyone could react , another voice rang out .
Stop ! Noelle ran into the line of fire , tears welling in her eyes .
Dont shoot Noelle ! Nicolas shouted , alarmed by her recklessness .
When he set this trap , Nicolas had considered two possibilities .
The first was that Brandon , valuing his life , would take the memory chip and leave , allowing Nicolas to have the snipers eliminate him .
But that plan had failed .
Brandons madness was always beyond expectations .
Now , the second scenario seemed inevitable : Brandon would target Nicolas the moment he chose to act Once Brandon attacked him , Noelle would be separated from him , and with the heavy machine guns in place , Brandon would likely die .
But now things were spiraling out of control , Noelle had run towards them .
The situation had returned to square one and was even worse .
Nicolas might die , and Noelle would fall right into Brandons hands .
Idiot ! Why did you come back ? Nicolas shouted at her , furious .
Tears streaming down her face , Noelle shouted back , What do you want me to do ? Watch you get killed by Brandon ? If that happens , 1 might as well die with you ! Idiot Nicolass anger faded as he looked at Noelle , heart aching .
His voice softened .
If I die , what about your family ? Your parents and brothers are waiting for you to come home .
Youve just reunited with them , and you havent even experienced the warmth of family .
Could you really just leave it all behind ? His words hit Noelle like a blow to the chest .
2.28 PM c d Chapter 299 The tears flowed harder .
She sobbed .
But , but if youre gone , Nicolas ... If Im gone , youll find someone better .
Nicolas smiled bitterly .
Noelle shook her head furiously .
No , no one will ever be better than you No one will love me the way you do The thought of him risking his life to protect her , to save her there was no one else who could compare .
She didnt want him to die for her .
He was too precious , and she needed him to live for her .
With a heavy heart , Noelle made up her mind .
She took a deep breath , turned to Brandon , and said , Lets have a duel A duel ? Brandon raised an eyebrow , intrigued .
Yes , Noelle nodded , then set the terms .
If I win , youll let me and Nicolas go .
If I lose , you can take me and leave Nicolas : Noelle , Nicolass face paled as he tried to stop her .
Based on their previous encounters , he knew Noelle wasnt weak , but she couldnt possibly defeat Brandon .
Brandon clearly understood this as well .
He laughed loudly .
Noelle , whats the point of this duel ? You could never beat me , so why bother struggling ? Noelle gritted her teeth .
How do you know if you dont try ? With that , she ripped the collar off her neck and threw it on the ground . Brandons expression hardened , his eyes narrowing , He looked at Noelle , a smirk forming .
When did you take it off ? Noelle answered , Last night .
Brandon , dont underestimate me .
Im an SS level transformer too .
Well see whos stronger .
The last time they fought , she wasnt in the best state .
But now , she was giving it everything she had , and she wasnt inferior to Brandon .
Brandons lips curled into a smile , watching her unwavering resolve .
What if I dont agree to your terms ? Without hesitation , Noelle replied .
Then youll only get our corpses mine and Nicolass .
Nicolass expression changed , his eyes wide with alarm .
Noelle ... Noelle looked at him , smiling through her tears .
Nicolas , if you can die for me , then I can die for you .
Ive read that love is mutual , and I dont think I love you any less than you love me .
If you think I could just watch you die and do nothing , youre underestimating me .
Nicolass lips tightened .
He couldnt help but feel a deep emotion stir inside him Having grown up with a mistrust of relationships due to his mothers failed marriage , Nicolas never expected to find love like this .
But now , with Noelle , he realized that such love existed love where one was willing to give their life for the other , and even death could be a form of happiness .
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