Married a Secret Billionaire
Chapter 1152

At that critical moment, someone embraced Lina from behind, their warm and gentle hands covering her cold and trembling ones, dispelling her anxiety.

Looking up, Lina met Zuko's determined gaze. She froze as he held her hand, helping her aim, and spoke in a low, steady voice. "Fire!"

Without hesitation, Lina pulled the trigger.

The sound of the gunshot reverberated, causing her wrist to go numb from the recoil of the small pistol.

The bullet struck Justin's leg, causing him to fall to the deck, leaving a pool of blood. The police swiftly subdued the criminal gang.

At that moment, Lina's mind went blank. Her heart pounded in her ears as her body weakened and her hands and feet turned cold. Unable to support herself, she began to fall, but Zuko caught her, holding her gently in his arms and soothing her like a baby.

"Did... Did I kill someone?" Lina asked fearfully, and her voice choked with sobs. "Did I... That guy...'

"No," Zuko reassured her softly. "You did well. You truly live up to being Uncle Nicholas' daughter!"

"But I saw so much blood on the deck!"

"Don't be scared." Zuko's voice was soothing, like a cello's melody. "I held your hand and fired the gun. Even if someone was killed, it was me who did it, not you."

"Bro, Pammy!" Toph's laughter echoed loudly. "What are you two talking about? That was a drug dealer. He deserved what he got!"

Renee's face lit up at the sight of Toph, and she jumped up to hug him. Toph patted her head with an indulgent smile.

"It's not safe," Zuko said seriously. "Let's leave first and talk later."

Taking Lina's hand, Zuko led the way, with Toph and Renee following closely behind. The four of them hurried toward a safer area on the shore. When they reached a distance, Lina turned to look back. The ship was crowded with police officers escorting Justin and his gang off the vessel. Police cars and ambulances formed a circle on the shore while reporters swarmed the scene, creating chaos.

Lina lowered her head, still clutching the small pistol in her hand. There was a discreet inscription on the grip-Krys. She wondered how Madame Krys was currently faring.

Considering what had transpired, it seemed that Krystal had betrayed Justin. Now that he was being brought to justice, she was also implicated in illicit activities. Was Lina unwittingly walking into a trap? Lost in thought, Lina hesitated. According to the rumors, Madame Krys could become ruthless and vengeful when she lost control.

Zuko noticed her distraction and gently placed a hand on her shoulder. Lina showed him the pistol, and after a brief pause, he advised her to keep it.

"Uncle Nicholas once told me that Madame Krys is an old friend... Perhaps you'll meet again in the future."

"Will we?" Lina questioned, looking at him. "There were many girls she had planned to sell in the cabin. Will the police let her go?"

Zuko couldn't provide an answer. He simply gazed at her quietly, his fingers tidying her disheveled hair.

"A person must face the consequences for breaking the law," he said softly. "Her kindness toward you doesn't exempt her from the law."

Lina nodded, understanding his words. "I hope that when I see Madame Krys again, I'll have the opportunity to properly repay her."