Are we going to die here? asked the boy.
No. I wont let it happen. Beads of sweat formed on Victors forehead, and blood dripped from his arm. Seeing that some of his blood was about to drip on Joeys body again, he loosened his grip on the boys wrist and leaned back slightly.
Close your eyes and cover your ears. Dont move. And dont worry. Youre not going to die.
Joey couldnt resist the urge to wipe the liquid off his face anymore. It was blood. And its stench was overpowering.
The boy forced himself to calm down and clenched his fists.
But youre bleeding.
Has anyone ever told you that children shouldnt be talking so much?
Victor asked. He frowned, glanced at his watch, and began to reformulate his original plan.
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No, Joey responded seriously.
But Mommy has taught me not to turn a blind eye when others are in danger.
A faint smile appeared on Victors lips.
Then, how will you save me?
I. Joey subconsciously reached for the watch on his own wrist. He wanted to say that he could certainly
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save Victor. If he willed it, he could tamper with the system of those cars and make them stop working within just thirty seconds.
However, he couldnt feel the watch on his wrist.
It turned out that he had left it in the hotel, and hadnt brought it back with him.
Victor pressed his palm against his head and rubbed it.
Dont worry, boy. Nobody can kill me unless I let them. Now, all you need to do is close your eyes and rest. Ill handle this.
Really?
The comfort and security provided by Victor rendered Joey unable to suppress his emotions any longer. His usually calm and collected facade had been torn off, revealing the true face of a three-year-old boy.
Trust me.
Mommy said that adults shouldnt lie. Otherwise, their noses will grow longer, Joey remarked.
Ill close my eyes, okay? But dont you lie to me!
Victor chuckled.
Why do you trust your mommy so much? he asked.
Joey fell into silence yet again. He pressed his lips and said nothing.