Loud Bang

"Ah!" I screamed in terror, my heart pounding in my chest as the unexpected sound reverberated around us.

The bustling hotel fell into a stunned silence, and a wave of panic rippled through everyone as people stopped in their tracks, their expressions mirroring the shock and fear that had gripped me.

Dylan rushed to my side and enveloped me in his arms, providing protection in the midst of the chaos. Instinctively, I drew even closer, seeking comfort in his embrace.

"Everyone, get inside!" the hotel manager urgently called out, attempting to restore order. However, before we could react, another gunshot shattered the air, freezing me in place with fear.

"Charlotte, let's go!" Dylan urged, his voice filled with urgency, but the shock had left me paralyzed, unable to move.

Realizing the urgency of the situation, Dylan swiftly scooped me up in a bridal-style carry, his swift and decisive actions carrying me back into the safety of the hotel lobby. Amid the chaos, I clung to him tightly.