Chapter 18: The Storm Within Her Heart
Jean's chest heaved with anger and urgency as she turned to Logan, who stood beside her, his jaw clenched tight. "Handle Junho," she commanded over the roaring winds. "I'll get the phone."
Logan's expression darkened. He hated the idea of her running off alone, especially with the storm making things unpredictable. But there was no time to argue. He gave her a sharp nod. "But be ready for the consequences, Adams."
Before Jean could respond, Logan spun around and delivered a single, brutal punch to Junho's face. Junho barely had time to react before he was thrown to the ground, groaning in pain as Logan pinned him down with ease.
Meanwhile, Farah, gripping the phone tightly, let out a startled gasp. Panic flickered across her face as she turned on her heels and bolted towards the deck, her heels slipping slightly on the wet surface.
Jean didn't hesitate. She ran after her, rain soaking her hair and dress instantly. The sound of thunder cracked above them, followed by another violent lurch of the yacht. The deck tilted slightly, forcing Jean to steady herself against the railing before resuming her chase.
"Jean! Be careful!" Logan's voice rang out behind her, but she had no time to acknowledge him.
Farah was fast, her slender frame allowing her to slide through the slippery deck effortlessly. But Jean was determined. Her eyes locked on the device that held the damning evidence.
As they reached the edge of the deck, where the rain-soaked floor met the endless ocean, Jean lunged. Her fingers barely grazed Farah's arm before the yacht rocked violently again, nearly sending them both off balance.
With her heart hammering in her chest, Jean knew, this was her only chance.
The air inside the yacht was warm, filled with the hum of chatter and clinking glasses, but Emma felt a chill of unease crawl up her spine. Jean had been gone for far too long.
At first, she thought Jean had merely stepped away for a breather or a quick word with someone, but as the minutes stretched into half an hour, her patience gave way to full-blown concern.