Can’t Win Me Back novel (Alyssa and Jasper) novel Chapter 2012

Axel clutched Amber's hands as they fled down the luxurious corridor with dangers lurking at every corner. Running with a woman in tow did not affect his efficacy at all. He gunned down each man who ran after them with precision.

A man suddenly jumped them from the left before Axel had the time to turn around. Amber, in his defense, aimed her hairpin at the man's throat and slit it. Blood splattered around, tainting her dress.

Axel stared squarely at her, his heart hammering against his ribs. The affection in his gaze intensified.

"Phew. That was close." She wiped away the sweat on her cheek, only to paint it with blood. She looked exceptionally gorgeous despite the mess.

The killers skulked and scrambled across the villa, hunting relentlessly for Axel and Amber. Having no way of escaping, Amber hid in a warehouse filled with miscellaneous items that she stumbled upon. They locked the door behind them and fortified it with some racks.

"Axel, I'm afraid I can't leave with you." Amber had to go against her heart and come to a decision. "I'll stay here to distract them. I'm sure escaping from here is a cakewalk for you with your skills. If we stay together, Jameson Schmidt's men will only act more ruthlessly. We'll lose our lives here."

"Are you that reluctant to die with me?" he questioned with an arched brow, refusing to let go of her hand.

"Yeah, I don't want to." Without hesitation, she turned her blood-stained face away from him. "I have unfinished business. No way I'm dying today!"

Eyes colored with affection, Axel swallowed hard and pressed her against the wall. He kissed her on the lips, making her heart flutter. She hurriedly covered his mouth, yet the desire lingered in his eyes.

"Don't. I'm filthy," she protested through tears.

Her shoulders trembled softly. She loved him too much and wanted the best for him. She hoped that he would date a perfect woman instead of a sullied and damaged woman like her.