chapter 20

Don laughed and handed the gift to Mel who looked over to Brent for signal. She received the package from Don only after Brent gave a short nod that it was alright. The crowd applauded again and Don left the couple. Brent whispered into her ear " Shall we go for a second round? " Mel blushed and nodded. She had known almost all the dance steps and danced beautifully without Brent's help. She even created her own steps. Brent laughed and whispered " Too quick, are we now? " His gaze swept the room and suddenly, he saw it. No wonder he had been feeling so uneasy since they arrived. A guy in black stood afar, carrying a gun. His hands were on the trigger and Mel seemed to be his target. He knew what those people were doing. They were after him but they planned to cause him pain by bringing down his loved ones first. He quickly pushed Melody and they landed on the floor with a 'thud' just as a gunshot was heard. There was commotion everywhere as everyone scattered and ran for their liv