Liam rushed forward without hesitation, dropping to his knees beside Alina’s motionless body. Panic gripped him instantly, tightening around his chest like a vice. His hands trembled as he carefully pulled her up from the sand, cradling her body in his arms. Her head lolled lifelessly against his chest, her eyes shut, just looking at her sent a wave of fear crashing through him. “Alina…” he called out, his voice low at first, almost pleading, as he searched her face for any sign of response. But there was nothing, no movement, no sound, no indication that she could hear him. His breath hitched, and his fear deepened. “Alina!” he called again, louder this time, desperation seeping into his tone. Still, she remained completely still, her silence deafening. In that moment, something inside Liam snapped, and without wasting another second, he lifted her fully into his arms, holding her tightly as he sprang to his feet. His steps were hurried as he made his way to his car, his mind ra
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