Chapter 129: Gunshots

My right hand trembled as it swam inside my bag. I pulled my hand back when I caught the object I intended to pick up from it. It was my phone. I let out a sigh when my phone was in front of my face.

"Love, we can not go ahead with the plan if you hesitate. We'll just find another way to catch Herodotus," Theron said to me as he grabbed my left hand that had fallen to the side of my body.

I looked at him and smiled.

"Theron, I don't hesitate. I just can't help but feel nervous and scared."

He positioned himself behind me. He hugged me while his chin rested on my shoulder.

"We can talk to Officer Lucas," he continued.

I shook my head before facing him. I know that he was full of concern for me. The worries in his eyes were readable.

"I can't back down, Theron. It's here. We're here. If Herodotus doesn't put an end to his evil, I ... we will."

He just smiled and pulled me closer to him. He gave me a tight hug. My nervousness and fear gradually disappeared because of my husband's hu