Chapter 155

Madelyn mused, 'Zach's willingness to go to any lengths to achieve his goals is almost frightening.' However, a glimmer of optimism surfaced as she considered, "Yet, with Ethan's support... Maybe I can study overseas after high school. It seems like a better plan. I won't have to wait for Ventropolis' annual foreign exchange program." "Ethan..." Madelyn's uncertainty grew as she grappled with how to broach this topic. Her rapport with Ethan was still developing, and she wasn't sure if she could rely on him for help. Ethan raised an eyebrow, "Yeah?" Madelyn's words stumbled out hesitantly, "I... um..." Just as Madelyn was about to voice her thoughts, a blinding light suddenly engulfed them. "Look out, Mr. Arnold!" Leyton swiftly turned the steering wheel, and George held tight to the handle above the passenger seat. Madelyn saw it too – a huge truck, heavy as anything, barreling straight at them. Right before the crash, Madelyn prepared for the worst, squeezing her eyes shut, un