47. Something in the shadows

I watch as Diana shifts uncomfortably. "It was…a random attack. A random person." but her tone lacked conviction.

I scoffed. "You're lying again, aren't you?", Frustration welled up inside me.

Before Diana could respond, I whirled around, heading for the door. "You know what? I don't care anymore. I'm done with this charade."

Suddenly, Diana's hand clamped on my arm, stopping me. Her grip was surprisingly strong. "Emily, wait! You have to listen to me." Her voice took on an urgent tone. "You can't trust anyone here. This whole gala is a trap. You need to get out, now!"

I jerked my arm free, glaring at her. "And why should I believe a word you say?"

"Because I'm trying to protect you!" Diana hissed. "They're watching you, Emily. If you don't leave-"

An earsplitting bang on the door made all of us freeze. The sound reverberated through the room, laden with menace. Diana's eyes went wide with fear, and Nam-son instinctively stepped in front of her in a protective stance.

The atmosphere w