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Lexi’s gaze drifted across the chaotic crowd. After a moment, her eyes settled on the spot where they had just been standing.

What was once a peaceful, quiet area had now become a scene of utter turmoil.

The car screeched to a halt amidst the crowd, its window smeared with thick, bright red blood, obscuring the driver’s identity.

Some people had managed to dodge the deadly impact, while others lay on the ground, their limbs twisted and broken, faces contorted in agony—resembling discarded carcasses at a butcher’s market.

Among the severely injured were attendees of the fashion show, who had been waiting for their cars when disaster struck.

With each passing moment, the air grew heavier with the stench of blood, overwhelming the senses. The faces around them were etched with fear, distress, and horror, punctuated by the cries and screams of the wounded.

Lexi felt torn—unsure whether to feel relief for escaping in time or guilt for her unwitting role in the chaos.

Had she not agreed to the mysterious man’s request, would this tragedy have been averted?

The shrill sound of sirens from ambulances and police cars filled the air, followed by the arrival of bodyguards sent by Brandon.

Sonia grabbed Lexi’s hand, leading her down the stairs. Overwhelmed by the chaos, Lexi felt like a puppet—rigid and unresponsive—being guided through the mayhem. The bodyguards escorted them to the hospital.

At the hospital, Janet was undergoing an examination. Pregnant and overwhelmed by the shock and the scent of blood, she felt particularly unwell. After the exam, she rushed to the bathroom and vomited twice.

The remnants of her distress were washed away by the running tap water. Janet rinsed her mouth, trying to regain her composure.

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“This isn’t good. I’ll arrange for you to stay in the hospital. If the baby is distressed, the doctor can attend to you immediately,” Brandon said, his concern clear.

Feeling resigned, Janet gently touched her bulging belly, feeling the reassuring kicks of her baby inside.

“I’m not that fragile,” she assured Brandon with a smile. “It was scary, but I’ve calmed down quickly.”

“But the vomiting was quite severe,” Brandon countered, his brow furrowed in concern.

“It’s just that pregnant women really can’t handle the smell of blood,” Janet explained, taking Brandon’s hand in an attempt to reassure him. “I’m truly fine. I don’t need to stay in the hospital.”

Despite her assurances, Brandon remained adamant about her staying for observation.

“Janet, it’s really for the best that Mr. Larson insists on you staying,” Sonia interjected. “You’re due for a prenatal checkup anyway, aren’t you? You can have it here at the hospital. It’s safer to make sure everything is okay with the baby.”

Janet turned to Sonia, confusion evident on her face. “Since when have you become so close with Brandon? You’re my bodyguard. Why do you always seem to take his side?”

Taken aback, Sonia quickly glanced at Brandon before responding with a reassuring smile. “I’m only looking out for your best interest.”

“What do you mean?” Janet pressed, struggling to see the connection.

“Apart from guarding against immediate threats, it’s also my duty as a bodyguard to alert you to potential health risks,” Sonia said, her tone serious. She paused for a moment before continuing, “I don’t mean to alarm you, but I’ve seen cases where pregnant women seemed fine after a fright, but then went into premature labor days later.”

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