Shadows Of A Forgotten Spring Novel

Chapter 132 She had always been proud of the way she fought life with a strong will .

She had faced mountains others dared not approach , weathered storms capable of snapping the strongest of wills .

But now , here she was : helpless .

Dereks eyes bored into hers , cold , like that of a predator staring down at its prey .

His eyes seemed devoid of emotion A sadistic smirk showed on his lips , as if laughing at her attempts to resist against him .

Emmas lips trembled as she tried to speak .

Her chest tightened , her breathing shallow and uneven .

er eyes danced across the room , her gaze falling on the terrified faces of the people surrounding her , her employees .

Seminar attendees , innocent people who had no idea their lives would be on the line today .

They had come here in search of knowledge , growth , and opportunities .

Now , they were trapped in a death sentence all because of her .

Guilt weighed upon her like a boulder .

She closed her fists so tightly that her nails dug into her palms .

Her mind was racing , frantically searching for a way out .

But each passing second was like the ticking of a bomb .

You dont have to do this , Derek , Emma said , her voice trembling .

She straightened herself , meeting his eyes with as much courage as she could muster .

Lets talk things out .

Lets go into my office .

We can find another way .

Derek let out a dark chuckle , his eyes narrowing in contempt .

Talk things out ? Really , Emma ? He stepped closer , towering over .

You think you can manipulate me , just like you manipulated Marina ? You think your words can undo the damage youve done ? Emmas heart sank , but she refused to back down .

This has nothing to do with Marina , she said more quietly .

This is about you , Derek .

Youre better than this .

You dont have to hurt anyone .

Better then this ? Derek cut in , his voice full of anger .

You dont know a damn thing about me .

He leaned closer , his voice rising to a venomous thunder .

This building youre so proud of , that represents your success , will crumble to nothing in less than ten minutes .

And youre going down with it , with all these fools .

Gasp swept through the room , followed by screams .

The gravity of the situation hit them like a tsunami .

People were shaking on their knees , wailing with tears streaming down their faces .

The sound of desperation filled the air .

Emmas heart broke into a million pieces as she watched the chaos unfolding before her .

People were trembling , their muffled cries filled the air .

She swallowed hard , willing herself not to break , and tried to reach Derek again .

Her voice trembled .

I can help you , Derek , please , she pleaded .

None of these people deserve to die .

Let them go .

This doesnt have to end like this .

The veins in his neck bulged with anger , and his voice cut through the air like a blade .

You think that these people dont deserve this ? he snarled , his voice dripping with venom .

Everybody that ever looked down upon me deserves to die as their reward ! You ruined my life , Emma .

You turned me into nothing , and now you expect me to just let it go ?! Emma flinched at the raw hatred in his voice , her eyes widening as he took a step closer .

I wish your mother were here , Derek spat , his smirk returning , dark and menacing .

And your precious twins , too .

I wouldve loved to see their face .

I want the entire Walker family wiped out , Emma ! But since I cant have them all , Ill settle for you .

The room fell silent as Derek started walking towards her .

There was a sudden sprint toward the door ; one man thought he could run away .

1/3 , 3 Jan Chapter 132 Emma pretended not to have seen him , but the man wasnt quick enough ; Derek had him spotted , Derek didnt hesitate , he raised the gun and shot .

The man dropped to the floor .

Muffled cries filled the room yet nobody dared to leave .

4 完 39 % 盘 Emmas heart stopped .

Her legs wobbled as she stumbled backward , hands covering her mouth in horror .

The reality of Dereks ruthlessness hit her like a train .

You … you didnt have to do that , she whispered , her voice breaking .

berek had ignored her , his cold eyes locking on hers as he closed the distance between them .

In an instant , he grabbed her , apping his arm tightly around her neck and pressing the cold barrel of the gun against her temple .

A robotic voice began saying in speakers .

Please evacuate the building .

Please evacuate the building Emmas breath caught , her eyes welling up with tears .

She didnt even bother struggling against him .

The thinking of the gun pressed into the back of her head made her stomach curl with fear .

Youre coming with me , Derek growled .

Before we all die , I need to take you somewhere .

Emmas muffled cries of fear were drowned out by the sound of hurried footsteps in the building .

Her security team had arrived , mobilized at the seminar hall doors , ready to take action .

When Derek dragged her toward the door , the guards raised their weapons , but froze the moment they saw him holding Emma hostage .

Lower your guns , Derek barked .

Unless you want her blood on your hands .

The guards shifted uncomfortably .

Emma held their gaze , her eyes begging them not to shoot .

Reluctantly , they let her go , stepping aside as Derek whisked her into the elevator .

Emmas tears streamed down as the doors slid shut , shutting her off with him .

He pressed the button for the 69th floor .

What … what are you doing ? she stammered .

Derek smirked , leaning close enough for her to feel his breath on her ear .

If were going to die , Emma , he hissed , well do it in the heart of this building .

Emmas knees buckled as the elevator went up , and her mind was filled with her twins , Emily and Ethan .

She could envision their faces , their innocent smiles .

Her chest ached at the thought of never seeing them again .

The elevator dinged , the doors opened , and Derek yanked her forward , pulling her out .

Please … , she sobbed , her voice cracking as fresh tears rolled down her cheeks .

He was pushing her toward her office .

His voice was so lifeless as he said , It wont take long , Mrs CEO , one second you are here , another youre gone .

Painless ; you should be thanking me for making it quick .

Emma shook her head , tears rolling freely .

You dont have to do this , she begged , her tones now desperate .

Think of the people in this building , think of the lives you are going to take ! Dereks gaze turned hard .

No one thought about me when you messed with my life , Derek snarled .

So why should .

for their lives ?