Chapter 74

• As Blaze's eyes locked onto Sarah's frightened face, his heart swelled with a mix of emotions. He felt a surge of protectiveness, a deep-seated need to shield her from further harm. The bruises on her face and body only added fuel to the fire, his anger burning hotter with each passing moment.
• His grip on the steering wheel tightened, his knuckles turning white as he struggled to contain his rage. He couldn't believe someone had laid hands on her and hurt her in such a way. The thought alone was enough to make him want to lash out, to make those responsible pay for their cruelty.
• But as he looked into Sarah's eyes, he saw something there that gave him pause. A spark of hope, a glimmer of trust. She was looking to him for protection, for safety. And in that moment, Blaze knew he would do everything in his power to provide it.