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Escape into Darkness

Author: Miyah
last update publish date: 2026-07-06 20:20:41

Maya’s POV

I ran beside Liam through the dark city streets with my heart pounding hard in my chest. Sirens sounded far behind us. Mr. Havisham’s men had found our last safe spot. Lights from passing cars flashed across our faces. My legs burned but I kept moving, Liam held my hand tight. His grip felt strong and sure.

“Stay low, Maya,” Liam said quick. “We cannot stop now. The old hotel is two blocks away. It is empty and hidden. We will be safe there for the night.”

I nodded fast. My breath ca
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    Maya’s POVI ran beside Liam through the dark city streets with my heart pounding hard in my chest. Sirens sounded far behind us. Mr. Havisham’s men had found our last safe spot. Lights from passing cars flashed across our faces. My legs burned but I kept moving, Liam held my hand tight. His grip felt strong and sure.“Stay low, Maya,” Liam said quick. “We cannot stop now. The old hotel is two blocks away. It is empty and hidden. We will be safe there for the night.”I nodded fast. My breath came short. “They are getting closer,” I replied. “I heard footsteps. What if they catch us? The children, Liam. We cannot let them win.”Liam pulled me into a narrow alley. Trash bags lined the walls. We pressed against the cold bricks. “They will not catch us,” he answered. “I know these streets better than them. Breathe slow, we move when it is clear.”We waited a moment. The sound of running feet passed the alley entrance. My body shook against his. Liam kissed my forehead quick. “You are brav

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