She had been through something like this before, only that last time she had to endure it alone, feeling scared, helpless and facing the fear of death.
However, there was someone who could disregard his own life and remain by her side in such a dangerous moment this time, giving her a spiritual shock.
Her body was hot, and her heart was beating.
Without consulting her, Joan cupped her face and kissed her dry lips.
Amanda's eyes snapped open. And after a brief moment of dismay, she accepted it delightfully. She gave him a response with the only little strength she had.
The wind blew, and a cluster of flames burned towards them.
Joan blocked the fire with his own body.
Amanda wanted to say no, but her voice could no longer be heard.
Joan's face was right in front of her…
The so-called luck was probably when the one who loved you didn't give up nor abandon you in such desperate times.
Atwood arrived with his men, put out the fire and saved Amanda and Joan.
Jessica was also taken to the hospital for treatment.
Amanda had no burns on her body, except that her voice was hoarse after choking on the smoke.
The first thing she asked when she opened her eyes was, "Where is Joan?"
The doctor asked, "Is it the man who was brought in with you?"
She nodded.
Her throat was too sore at the moment to speak.
She got up and went to see Joan, who had burns on his back. The doctor said that his injuries were not life-threatening, just the wounds on his body would take some time to recuperate. And also, there would be scars on his back if he didn't get a skin implant.
Later she was unconscious and had no idea how she had been rescued. When she visited Jessica, she saw Atwood sitting in a row chair in the corridor, looking anxious.
She walked over to him.
"Why are you here?"
Atwood looked up and saw it was her, stood up, saying, "I'm sorry."
Amanda couldn't take care of herself here, and there was no reliable person around, so she contacted Joshua.
The next day, Joshua walked in when Amanda was feeding Jessica.
He already knew what was going on and so didn't ask any more questions. He sat at the side and waited for Amanda.
After a while, Jessica lay down to rest after eating. Seeing that she had fallen asleep, Amanda and Joshua then walked out of the ward to speak in the corridor.
"Grandma can't stay here any longer," Amanda said.
Joshua stood by the window and looked back at her, feeling a bit angry inside, "You're always like this."
Not saying anything and then making a mess of it.
"I have things to take care of before I take her away." Joshua walked away after saying that.
He absolutely couldn't tolerate the one who harmed Amanda and Jessica.
He must find out who did this.
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