Bennett explained nonchalantly.
Disregarding the knife lodged in his arm, Bennett abruptly lunged forward, wielding a pen from his pocket as a weapon against Adrian.
A fierce fight between Adrian and Bennett soon ensued in the backseat.
Meanwhile, Holden didnt slow down the car; explosions continued to echo behind them.
Were likely navigating a minefield. We must escape quickly, Adrian. Control him! he said.
Faced with an endless mountainous path ahead and dwindling fuel, Holden acted swiftly. He turned the steering wheel, veering the vehicle off-road and into the forest nearby.
The vehicle raced down the highway, with Bennett and Adrian locked in a struggle in the backseat.
Despite Bennetts wound, the cramped conditions and the bumpy ride made neither Adrian nor Bennett able to have the upper hand.
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Holden, concentrating on stabilizing the vehicle, called out, Be cautious, Adrian! If necessary, throw him out of the car!
Understood, Adrian replied, continuing to fight Bennett.
Bennett was vigilant. Noticing the surroundings outside the window, an idea struck him.
Swiftly devising a strategy, he pretended intense agony from his injury to catch Adrian by surprise. The plan succeededAdrian paused in his actions.
Seizing the opportunity as the car was on a downhill, Bennett made a sudden move, grabbing the steering wheel with the intent to ram the car into a rock formation.
Holden was momentarily caught off guard by the abrupt action, but he swiftly intervened to thwart Bennetts attempt. Adrian also joined the effort to restrain Bennett. But since this was Bennetts car, he was more familiar with it. He quickly unlocked the car, wanting to open the door to jump out.
But he was restrained firmly by Holden and Adrian. By the time he managed to break free, it was too late for him to jump.
The vehicle spiraled uncontrollably and exploded.
In the aftermath of the explosion, nothing but smoke and debris lingered.
Meanwhile, Ariana regained consciousness in the speeding vehicle, disoriented yet swiftly recalling what had happened. Scanning her surroundings, she realized Holden was absent.
At that moment, the car was speeding.
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, Wheres Holden? she asked the driver. Even though she already knew the answer, she couldnt help but ask.
Mr. Fredrick exited to save Adrian and instructed me to ensure your safety. Were nearing the estates exit, and Ill forcibly clear any obstacles there, the driver replied honestly.
Turn back, Ariana ordered without hesitation.