Chapter 210 Take The Knife and Cut Out His Heart

While Evelyn was lost in her twisted memories, Nova took her chance. Slowly, carefully, she edged toward the knife on the floor. Her heart pounded in her chest, but she forced herself to stay calm. When she got within reach, she quickly snatched it up and tossed it to Jacoby. Evelyn, oblivious to Nova's actions, was still talking to herself. "Ava, sweetheart, just wait. Mommy's going to carve out their hearts so you can see." Suddenly, she pulled a handgun from her coat. Jacoby's stomach dropped—it was his service weapon. With the small knife in hand, Jacoby started sawing at the ropes binding his wrists. But his hands were still behind him, and progress was slow. Meanwhile, Evelyn was already standing in front of Nova, the gun aimed directly at her. The cold, metallic barrel gleamed under the low light, and Nova's breath caught. Her body stiffened, and her heart raced. But Evelyn didn't pull the trigger. Not yet. An idea had clearly crossed her mind—something even more wicked. So