After a while, the sensation of ants crawling returned.
The only way to alleviate the discomfort was to wade into deeper water, allowing it to cover her upper body as much as possible.
Nicole had to wait until the police arrived and submit the evidence before heading to the hospital.
Otherwise, there was a concern that the evidence might be tampered with if given to anyone present.
After all, it was easy to buy peopleâs loyalty.
Yet, standing in the water was only a momentary relief.
Driven by a burning desire within, she ventured deeper into the swimming pool.
Deniz, lying on the ground, sensed something wrong.
Nicoleâs shoulders had turned red.
It was evident that the drug was taking effect.
Deniz knew Nicoleâs submitting the evidence would make it difficult for him to escape this time.
He never saw this day coming.
His eyes glinted with malice.
If looks could kill, he would have murdered Nicole with his gaze! This was a crucial moment.
If Nicole didnât die, he would be in serious trouble.
Deniz abruptly raised his hand and bit his arm hard, aiming to activate his strength.
For the sake of his future, he was willing to go all out.
Then, gritting his teeth, Deniz tore off a piece of trouser leg.
He picked up a cobblestone about the size of a goose egg and wrapped it up with his trembling hands.
He aimed it at the back of Nicoleâs head.
Denizâs eyes radiated malevolence.
If he landed a blow, combined with the effects of the drug, Nicole would likely lose consciousness.
Should she faint in the deep water of the swimming pool, today would be her end.
Dead men told no tales.
Deniz was prepared to hurl the stone at Nicole.
âPlop!â Someone fell into the water.
Then, the stone Deniz had aimed at Nicole grazed against her shoulder and plunged into the water.
With her vision dimmed, Nicole turned around and witnessed Deniz struggling in the water.
âHelpâ¦â
While Nicole was perplexed, a splashed of water erupted beneath her.
A man with numerous droplets on his handsome face emerged from the waterâs depths, seized her wrist, and sternly asked, âDo you want to die?â
Despite how subdued Jarrodâs voice was, it resonated with an almost uncontrollable ferocity.
Nicoleâs fragile frame experienced a forceful pull, landing her in Jarrodâs aggressively possessive embrace.
With a stern face, Jarrod barked, âI forbid it!â
Jarrodâs skin radiated scorching heat, much hotter than Nicoleâs.
It was a sensation akin to being engulfed in a blazing inferno, melting into her very core.
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Jarrodâs body was rigid, almost mechanical.
The familiarity he felt from this embrace seemed to halt his heart.
He couldnât bear to relive the heart-wrenching pain from five years ago.
He was determined to ensure Nicole stayed alive.
Nicole attempted to speak, but her face was pressed against his damp chest, rendering her unable to utter a word.
She struggled, but it was futile.
Jarrodâs other hand pressed her back firmly.
A wave of soreness and panic swept over Nicole, lingering in her chest.
With bloodshot eyes and clenched teeth, Jarrod called out, âNicole!â