A Life Debt Repaid novel (John and Cordy) novel Chapter 992

The Lynds definitely would’ve come up with a plan to trap the Cranstons in the fire, and Cordy must acknowledge their cunning wit to cover up their conspiracy with an accident.

Neither Sean nor Cordy would’ve expected them to go all out like this, even though they have prepared themselves for the danger they knew they would face when they came here.

Nonetheless, Cordy gritted her teeth in determination—now was not the time to worry about others, not when she had no idea if she was going to make it out herself.

With the path ahead blocked by the inferno, neither John nor herself could go anywhere.

Coupled with the ever growing fire, they would either suffocate from the smoke or be burnt to death.

But just as Cordy hesitated, John said determinedly, "Let's make a run for it."

She turned and gave him a look, he assured her, "Our clothes are wet. It won't burn."

As Cordy bit her lip, he added, "Keep your head under my jacket. I'll lead you."

And with that, John held her hand with great resolve and pulled her through the blazing flames.

Cordy would be lying if she said she wasn’t afraid of the inferno before her, and was too scared to wonder what awaits them behind it aside from more flames.

Moreover, they were just halfway through the hall; if there really was more fire, they would be killed with no certainty.

They had no way out, and there was no question about it.

She was also positive no one was coming to help.

If there were, it would be after they were dead.

All she could feel was John squeezing on her hand; at the very next instant, he let go to hold his suit over her head, covering her entire face hidden and shielding her.

Then, he put his arms around her.

She tried to resist—what would happen to him if he did that? He would be burnt!