Forbidden Embers
With a surge of adrenaline, he pulled her upwards, breaking the surface.
"Ava!" He gasped, hauling her onto the rough concrete. Her head lolled back, eyes closed, lips tinged blue.
Lucas knelt beside her, his face contorted with fear. "Let go of her!" He shoved Mateo aside, almost falling on top of Ava. "Ava please wake up."
"Get off!" Mateo snarled, his voice thick with panic. "Give her some air!"
Lucas ignored him, frantically pressing on Ava's chest. "Come on, Ava, breathe, damn it!" His voice cracked, tears spilling down his cheeks. "She's not... she's not..."
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