Chapter 348
Hugo glanced into the rear–view mirror just in time to see Miranda taking a hairpin turn at a breakneck speed. He couldn’t help but let out a string of curses
‘Are you insane? Do you have a death wish or something?
There was no way she could make that drift at such a speed without crashing But just as the words left his mouth, her car spun around in a perfect 180–degree turn, sparks flying everywhere
Because of the intense speed, the car flipped ordo its side, yet somehow kept moving forward Even as it skidded, the vehicle managed to right itself back onto its wheels, barely losing momentum as it sped forward, closing the gap between them until it was half a car’s length away
All of this happened in the blink of an eye, as if watching a video on fast forward Hugo’s heart pounded in his chest. What kind of control did she have to pull off a maneuver like that? But the rush of adrenaline quickly turned into a fierce determination to win.
He couldn’t lose! He pushed his foot down on the pedal. The fact that Miranda was hot on his heels only fueled his growing impatience.
Jasper furrowed his brow “Wow, incredible I’ve never seen her like that before
He knew Miranda could handle a car, but this was something else entirely–she could easily be a professional
“Damn, that was amazing! Smooth!”
Voice imbued with thrills rang near his ears Turning back, he found the manager, who had run up ahead to get a better view, shouting with excitement.
Jasper was rendered speechless. Couldn’t he be a bit more composed like him?
They were on the last lap now, the two cars neck and neck, neither willing to give an inch. As they approached the final turn, both vehicles accelerated instead of slowing
down
“Hugo, are you out of your mind?
Hugo, stop! You can’t make that turn at this speed”
The earpiece crackled with frantic voices, but Hugo tossed it aside, focusing intently on the road. He was sure he could make it. Slowing down now meant certain defeat Miranda gave him a quick glance before flooring the accelerator, overtaking him effortlessly. In an instant, she drifted around the bend with precision, heading straight for the finish line
Meanwhile, Hugo lost control during his drift, his car flipping over twice before crashing to the ground. The crowd gasped collectively.
“Mr. Bartley!”
Jasper quickly said, “Call the ambulance, now!”
The manager was already dialing emergency services, and rescue teams rushed forward.
But someone else was faster–Miranda Without any protection, she approached the overturned car, which had begun to smoke ominously, flames licking at its edges. Everyone gasped at the perilous scene.
“Miranda! Get back! It’s too dangerous!” Carter’s face was pale.
Jasper’s expression was grim. If the car exploded, the consequences would be disastrous.
Miranda crouched down, using a hammer to break the car door. When she saw Hugo inside, battered and bleeding but conscious, she reached in, grabbing his shoulder and arm to pull him out.
Hugo was dazed but aware. Seeing Miranda, he hesitated for a moment, but then quickly grasped her hand, struggling to crawl out.
Once outside, Miranda supported him as they hobbled away from the wreckage.
“Thank you” Hugo wheezed, using all his strength to speak. He hadn’t expected Miranda to be the one to rescue him.
In that harrowing moment, he’d felt the icy grip of death closer than ever before, and it terrified him. He feared he would die. The regret of his reckless driving filled his mind, and the thought of dying like that was unbearable, leaving his body utterly frigid.
He never wanted to go like this. He had no idea what he would face, exerting himself, he attempted to get out but the contorted car blocked the way.
He’d hoped for the rescue team, but the first face he saw was Miranda’s. Wielding a hammer, she’d smashed open the door and offered her hand. In that instant, he felt like he’d been pulled back from the brink
“Don’t try to emulate me if you can’t handle it,” Miranda said calmly. “I’m good, but not everyone can match me.”
Hugo remained silent, but his eyes betrayed the gratitude he felt.
The rescue team arrived just as a loud boom echoed, the car bursting into flames behind them. Smoke billowed, debris flying, the hot wave charging towards them, but they were far enough away to be safe.
Miranda gave the wreck one last look as she reminded, “See, you nearly ended up like that.”
Hugo was at loss for words, feeling how insolent she could be. And yet he shivered uncontrollably, a chill running down his spine. The rescue team just arrived, and if not for Miranda, he might have been…
Others felt the same relief, especially Carter and Jasper, who rushed over
“Are you two okay?” Jasper asked, glancing at Hugo before focusing on Miranda Clearly, his concern was greater for her.
was his own doing. But if something happened to Miranda in his turf, Elian would have his head. If Hugo was hurt, it could come down to a mere accident, “Miranda, how are you feeling? It was so dangerous! Why did you save him?” Carter exclaimed, still shaken. “He’s not even your family!”
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