Crises in Love (Zora and Jaylan) novel Chapter 271

I shot him a sideways glance, irritation coating my tone, "Aren't you scared when you have a gun pointed at your head? It's like something straight out of a crime thriller. I've only ever seen this stuff on TV, and that's all pretend. I would've thought I'd end up in the real deal. I heard him cock the gun clearly."

Catherine and Geneva were stunned into silence. They hadn't seen the situation firsthand and struggled to imagine the terror at that moment.

Ronan chuckled, generously dishing out his praise, "But I have to admit that you handled it brilliantly. You gritted your teeth and didn't make a sound. That's the brave Aaliyah I know."

"No, I just didn't want to embarrass you and make you worried."

The moment the words left my mouth, I realized my mistake, and my face flushed.

Geneva, noticing our easy banter, shot Catherine a glance, "Aaliyah, why don't you chat with Mr. Richardson alone? Catherine and I are going to check on Janice."

Ronan quickly interjected, "No need to leave on my account. I just came to see if she's awake yet. I have to go soon. You ladies should continue your chat."

He turned to me, his voice softening, "Make sure you eat and get some rest. I'll come see you when I have time."

Suddenly, I remembered something crucial, "Wait. Do you have any news on Evan?"

Hearing my question, Ronan paused, his gaze thoughtful. Eventually, he shook his head, "Nothing yet. If there's news, you'll be the first to know."

He raised an eyebrow, "I have to go now."

I was taken aback. His answer felt dismissive. It had been days, and his team of experts couldn't find a child. That seemed unlikely.