98. "Payment for Forcing Herself"

“What are you doing?! Come back here!”

The piercing cry of Angelica reverberated through the air, urging me to halt my flight. Yet, I dared not cast a glance in her direction, my focus solely fixated on evading capture.

Propelling my arms in a rhythmic motion, I jolted myself forward, impelling through the verdant expanse of the forest.

The specter of apprehension loomed behind me, reminding the perilous pursuit that threatened to ensnare me.

“Come back here, you bitch!” Angelica's venomous words echoed through the trees.

I leapt gracefully over the fallen logs, skillfully evading the intricate webs that hung in my path. With every ounce of strength in my legs, I propelled myself forward, my heart pounding in my chest.

As I reached the lush greenery, I darted beneath the protective canopy of the towering trees, feeling as though I were soaring through the air like a majestic eagle on a vital mission.

The thought of being caught by Angelica sent shivers down my spine. The cons