Atlas clasped my hand in his, but neither of us spoke. He simply cradled me in his arms.

He looked at me, then gently rested his chin on my forehead. "I promise Ava will be safe."

I reached out and hugged him tightly, burying my face in his neck. "Atlas, save her... She's so young and always so well-behaved. She must’ve seen something. Otherwise, she wouldn't have dared to chase after that car."

"Don't cry! I understand." Atlas patted my head.

"That car... Something in it must have attracte