Chapter 88: Gunshots

"You've gone mad! The police have sealed off the landslide area; they'll quickly rescue anyone in distress. Stay put here for me!" Manuel commanded in a cold tone.

He firmly held Emma's hands to prevent her from running forward.

"Let me go. I just came to check the situation. Harry and Charlie both went in that direction; they might have found a safe place," Emma protested.

"Stay here for me!" he repeated.

Suddenly, his gaze focused on a black car passing on the other side of the mountain slope. A cold glint appeared in his eyes as he pressed Emma down under the seat.

Uncomfortable with his rough actions, Emma raised her voice, "What are you doing? You still haven't answered me about why you're here. I'll go wherever I want."

"Listen to me; you must not leave this area. Everything that happens after this must follow the police's arrangements." Manuel lowered his voice, looked at her seriously, and spoke a few words before quickly running off.

Emma stared at his retreating figure in be