Just as they got close, the car suddenly sped up and charged straight at Claire.
She instinctively took a step back.
Only to crash right into Lucas, who had been rushing over.
Without thinking, he pulled her into his arms and tried to shield her while retreating—but thanks to that unnecessary move, her steady steps turned into a stumble, and they both ended up falling to the ground.
The speeding car was luckily cut off and forced to stop by another car racing up from behind.
“Claire!”
Olivia ran up, face pale with worry, and helped Claire up—taking the opportunity to give Lucas a sharp kick.
Lucas shot Olivia a cold glare and started to get up, reaching for Claire. “Are you okay?”
“Back off.”
Claire dodged his hand with a cold snap in her voice.
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