The Bride Swap
Not only would I save myself, but I wouldn't let her be saved by him either.
Leila clearly hadn't expected me to know how to swim. Her expression was pure disbelief. When I reached her, she began thrashing wildly, trying to push me away.
All the while, she kept crying out, "Blake, save me! Save me…"
Watching her flail around like a hog before New Year's dinner, and seeing Blake already preparing to dive in, I didn't hesitate. I raised my hand and chopped her neck cleanly. She went limp instantly.
Without an ounce of politeness, I dragged her back toward the shore.