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Chapter 28 You Don’t Want Me to Die, Right?

It was the first time she saw him like this.

"Cedric…" she called out his name, tears welling up.

He was always like this, giving her hope when she was about to give up. This time, however, she would not fall for it.

Seeing her in such distress, Cedric cursed and quickly pulled her into his chest. He covered her mouth and nose with a damp towel.

"Are you alright?"

Clutching his jacket, she shook her head and wept despite herself. He looked conflicted when he saw how helpless she was.

Cedric asked in a calm voice, "Are you hurt?"

She shook her head.

"Can you walk?"

They had to leave before the fire reached the west end. Even though her legs were weak, Maia managed to get to her feet with his help.

"I can," she said softly. Perhaps she had become much braver and calmer due to his presence.

"Follow me." Grabbing her hand, he covered his nose and mouth and led her toward the stairs on the west side.

The fire destroyed the townhouse's east side and quickly spread to the
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