Chapter 629

"Run!" Sergio yelled while yanking Maeve toward one side of the cave tunnel. Gunshots echoed, and Maeve's heart pounded wildly. The tunnel seemed endless, and she had no idea when they'd reach the end. The assassins' maniacal laughter filled the empty space behind them. "Run, little lambs!" The crazed laughter and relentless gunfire made Maeve forget the pain in her ankle. She ran with all her might and didn't dare to stop. "Hold on tight! Don't let go!" Sergio urged. He was pulling her along, but Maeve could feel him slowing down. A light appeared ahead. "Sergio, we're almost there!" Maeve called out urgently. Suddenly, a pained grunt made her stop. She turned and saw that Sergio's leg had been shot. "Sergio!" she cried as the mercenaries closed in. Maeve helped Sergio to his feet and glared at the mercenaries. "Liam sent you, didn't he?" The two mercenaries exchanged glances. Their silence and expressions gave her the answer. Seeing the guns in their hands, Maeve steadied