RedNovelRonald had been waiting for those words. With a swift move, he wrapped his arms around her, his large hands gripping her waist
tightly. "Kari, you said it yourself, you can't leave me."
Kari nestled into his embrace, the scent of his aftershave - crisp andforting - filling her senses. She closed her eyes and
hummed in agreement.
Nathan's arrival didn't stir any trouble, and the couple spent three blissful days at the Spring Retreat.
For Kari, it was a much-needed break, and she enjoyed every moment of it.
As long as she was happy, Ronald was too.
On their last day, Ronald heard about an exceptional restaurant and decided to take Kari there.
Tucked away in a quieter part of town, the place was bustling with activity.
After waiting for over an hour, they finally got a table.
The hunger made Kari's vision blur, and without any concern for manners, she dived into the meal.
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The food was delicious, carrying a unique flavor that seemed to encapsulate the spirit of H city.
Kari was more than satisfied, patting her full belly, sheplimented, "Delicious."
Noticing the dishes she particularly enjoyed, Ronald snuck off to the restroom to find the owner and purchase the recipes, planning
to recreate them for Kari back in Imperial City.
The restaurant quickly emptied out.
By the tRonald returned, they were among the last few customers.
As the evening sky darkened, they left the remote restaurant location, their car parked in a nearby lot due to the inaccessible
roads.
Kari, still savoring the taste, exclaimed, "So good."
"I got the recipes from the owner. Once we're back in Imperial City, I'll make them for you," Ronald promised.
The parking lot was eerily quiet, with just a few cars scattered around.
As Ronald unlocked the car for Kari, his instincts suddenly kicked in.
"Bang—"
"Kari, stay in the car, don't get out!"
Kari's heart sank at his words.
"Ronald—"
"Who are you?" Ronald demanded, blocking the passenger door, signaling Kari to call for help.
With trembling hands, Kari reached for her phone, her heart racing as Ronald locked the doors from the outside.
Despite his skills, Ronald was outnumbered.
After a few exchanges, he began to falter.
Kari ended the call, attempting to open the door, but to no avail.
The attackers noticed Kari inside the car and one swung a club at the window with brutal force!
Crash—
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The window shattered, and Kari saw the murderous intent in the man's eyes, her body shaking with fear.
Ronald managed to break free from his assailant and grabbed a club, fighting back fiercely.
"Kari, drive, get out of here!"
Injured, with blood streaming down his forehead, Ronald refused to back down.
Kari was adamant.
"Find the police, go somewhere safe."
As they spoke, one of the attackers grabbed Ronald's leg, raising his club and striking down with vicious force!
Kari's heart shattered.
"Ronald—"
Bang—
Kneeling on one leg, Ronald refused to give in.
The attacker sneered, "Didn't expect Mr. Malone to be such a lover boy!"
Ronald had assumed they were from Craneville, but their words revealed they hade prepared.
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