Two gunshots

Emma scanned the room, searching for Theo upon hearing the approaching footsteps, sounding like multiple people coming her way.

Glancing up and spotting his entrance, Emma swiftly concealed her firearm in the pockets of her trousers before he had a chance to notice. At that moment, their gazes met, causing a faint smile to grace Emma's lips as she raised her eyes towards Theo, in an attempt to ease the visible strain etched on his face, fully aware of the dangerous nature of his family.

In light of Zane's recent actions, and evident from the intensity in his eyes, she knew that he was ready to tear apart someone's throat. She bit her bottom lip, anxiously gazing at him, desperately pleading for him to withhold any unexpected remarks that would catch her off guard. With her hands tightly clasped together in front of her, she fervently prayed for an ample amount of patience to guide her through this tense moment.

After a brief pause, Theo spoke, "You're quite the audacious mouse, ventur