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he addressed the robber, who remained silent.
To everyone's surprise, Hayden walked past the robber and came over to me. He dropped some money on the counter and squatted down to my level, extending his hand. The room fell into an eerie silence. People were either too stunned or too scared to react. Trembling, I reached out and took his hand, grateful for the support. He helped me to my feet and firmly held my hand, guiding me out of the store with the shopping cart. My legs felt weak, and I gasped desperately for air. Opening the car door, Hayden gently settled me in the seat before retrieving my purse. He rummaged through it and found my pills. Leaning over me, he reached behind and grabbe