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ลำดับตอนที่ #5 : Chapter 5: The Safe House
Chapter 5: The Safe House
The rain had stopped by the time Adrian and Isabella reached the safe house. The journey through the dark, winding roads had been tense, but now, standing before their temporary refuge, they felt a brief moment of relief. The house was hidden among tall trees, its windows dark and uninviting. Adrian unlocked the door, and they stepped inside, their wet clothes clinging to them.
Adrian closed the door behind them. "We made it. We're safe here for now."
Isabella looked around the dimly lit room. "It's not much, but it's enough. Thank you, Adrian."
"We’ll make it our own. Come on, let's get you out of those wet clothes."
Adrian led Isabella to a small bedroom. He found some dry clothes in an old dresser and handed them to her. While Isabella changed, Adrian started a fire in the fireplace, the crackling flames bringing warmth and light to the room. They sat by the fire, the heat slowly driving away the chill of the night.
Isabella sighed. "I never thought we'd actually get away. It feels surreal."
Adrian took her hand. "I know. But we did it. We're together, and that's all that matters."
Isabella leaned on his shoulder. "What do we do now? We can't stay here forever."
"We’ll stay here until things calm down. Then we’ll figure out our next move. I have a few ideas, but first, we need to make sure we're really safe."
The next few days were a mix of anxiety and peaceful moments. They spent their time getting to know each other better, enjoying the simplicity of their secluded life. But the fear of being discovered never truly left them. They kept a low profile, only venturing outside when necessary.
One evening, as they sat by the fire, Adrian brought up his plan. "I've been thinking. We need a long-term plan. We can't keep running forever."
Isabella nodded. "I agree. But what can we do?"
"I have a contact in Canada. He owes me a favor. If we can get to him, he can help us start a new life there."
"Canada? That's a long way from here. How will we get there?"
"It won't be easy, but it's our best shot. We’ll have to be careful, move slowly. We can’t afford to make any mistakes."
Their plan was set in motion. Adrian contacted his friend, arranging for fake passports and a safe route out of the country. The waiting was the hardest part, the tension building with each passing day. Isabella couldn’t shake the feeling that they were being watched.
One morning, as Adrian was outside checking their surroundings, Isabella heard a noise. She froze, listening intently. The noise came again, a soft rustling by the window. She moved quietly towards the sound, her heart pounding.
"Adrian, there's someone outside," Isabella whispered urgently.
Adrian rushed inside. "Stay back. I’ll check it out."
Adrian moved stealthily towards the window, peering out through a crack in the curtains. He saw a shadowy figure moving among the trees. His heart raced. Had they been found? He signaled to Isabella to stay hidden, then slipped out the back door, moving silently through the underbrush.
He circled around the house, catching the figure off guard. With a swift movement, Adrian tackled the intruder, pinning them to the ground. To his surprise, it was Matteo.
"Matteo! What the hell are you doing here?" Adrian demanded angrily.
Matteo struggled. "Adrian, wait! I came to warn you. They're coming for you."
Adrian released Matteo, who stood up, brushing dirt off his clothes. Isabella emerged from the house, her face pale with fear.
"Matteo, what's going on?" Isabella asked.
"Your families found out about the safe house. They're on their way here. You need to leave, now," Matteo replied.
"Damn it. How much time do we have?" Adrian clenched his fists.
"Not long. They could be here any minute."
Adrian and Isabella quickly gathered their belongings, stuffing essentials into a backpack. They didn’t have much time. Matteo explained the safest route to the border, providing them with the documents and money they would need.
"Matteo, thank you. I don’t know what we’d do without you," Adrian said, gratitude in his voice.
"Just get out of here safely. I’ll do what I can to throw them off your trail," Matteo replied.
"Be careful, Matteo. We owe you our lives," Isabella said sincerely.
With a final hug, Adrian and Isabella slipped into the forest, moving quickly but cautiously. The night was dark, the trees casting eerie shadows. They traveled for hours, the fear of pursuit driving them forward. Finally, they reached a small clearing where a car waited, arranged by Matteo.
"This is it. Our chance to start over," Adrian said, opening the car door for Isabella.
"I'm scared, Adrian. But I know we can do this," Isabella replied, her voice trembling slightly.
Adrian took her hand, squeezing it reassuringly. "Together, we can do anything."
They got into the car, the engine starting with a low hum. Adrian drove, his eyes scanning the road for any signs of trouble. They headed towards the border, their hearts heavy with the weight of their situation but lightened by their love and determination.
As they crossed into the next state, a sense of relief washed over them. They weren’t out of danger yet, but they were one step closer to their new life. The road ahead was long and uncertain, but they faced it together, their bond stronger than ever.
"Do you think we’ll ever be able to stop running?" Isabella asked, looking out the window at the passing scenery.
"I don’t know. But as long as we're together, it doesn't matter where we are," Adrian replied.
They drove through the night, their destination still far away but their resolve unwavering. The safe house had been a temporary refuge, a place where they had found strength in each other. Now, they moved forward, ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead. Their love was a beacon, guiding them through the darkness and into the promise of a new dawn.
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