Chapter 211 I’m Sorry

The moment had arrived. Just as Ruby pulled the trigger, Nova twisted her body, narrowly dodging the lethal shot. But she wasn’t fast enough to escape unscathed. The bullet tore into her calf, and though pain exploded in her leg, adrenaline dulled it to a distant throb. Blood pooled beneath her, but she couldn’t afford to focus on it now. Ruby’s frustration flared. Now, out of bullets, she tossed the gun aside, her face twisted with rage. “So, you’d rather bleed out slowly, huh?” she spat. “Fine by me.” She flexed her fingers, ready to do the job with her bare hands. Nova tried to push herself up, but her left leg gave way beneath her. She was losing too much blood, and her movements were sluggish. She could barely react before Ruby lunged at her. Ruby’s hands found Nova’s throat, and she squeezed, her grip unrelenting. Outside, the sound of sirens grew louder. Police cars screeched to a halt as officers began to surround the warehouse. But they were still too far away—Nova wasn’