The door was locked, so Daniela grabbed the latch and tore it off with one hand. She pushed the door open, helped Nico inside, and quickly shut it behind them. The room was a small backstage area filled with props, costumes, and assorted equipment. A single dim light illuminated the space, and the thick walls kept the noise from the carnival outside from reaching them.For the first time that night, they were somewhere the attackers could not immediately reach them.They were safe. At least for now.Daniela helped Nico into one of the chairs before turning to search for something she could use to wipe the blood from his lips. She had barely taken a step when he caught her hand.“Don’t go,” He breathed hard, his voice hoarse.“I need to…,”“Don’t go,” He repeated.The desperation in his voice stopped her from arguing.“Alright,” She said and sat down next to him.She clasped both hands around his, trying to hide how badly her fingers were trembling. His eyes had become bloodshot from t
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