Chapter 481

Surviving a 60-foot fall from a cliff wasn't impossible. Nicole and Jacob both knew that. As they tumbled down, their bodies repeatedly scraped against the rough terrain. The rocks, weathered over thousands of years, slowed their descent. Even so, they clenched their teeth, refusing to make a sound, despite the unknown thorns that left deep gashes on their faces. Finally, they reached a height of about 15 feet. By this point, their original plan had been abandoned. Instinctively, they positioned themselves to hit the water back first. Their chances of survival had greatly increased, but it still wasn't guaranteed. If the water below wasn't deep enough to break their fall, or if there were hidden rocks, death could still be waiting for them. Nicole held tightly to Jacob's hand as they plunged into the sea. The immense force of the impact separated them instantly. The icy water shocked her system. In seconds, the salty seawater flooded her mouth, nose, lungs, and every pore of her