Burned

Synopsis

A fire broke out in the mall, and a beam pinned my leg. When Liam Donovan arrived with the rescue team, I waved frantically. "Liam! Help me! I'm pregnant!" He saw me but rushed to Chloe Whitmore, who was coughing in the corner. Chloe cried, "Liam, I burned my finger, it hurts!" Liam immediately lifted her, eyes full of worry and tenderness. I shouted in despair, "She's only got a scratch! I'm trapped, and the fire's coming!" Liam paused, then turned back and roared, "Chloe has asthma! You're tough, can't you wait for the next rescue team?" He carried her out of the fire without even glancing back. Flames touched my dress, and smoke choked my lungs. I saw his cold, determined back and stopped calling for help. Gently stroking my pregnant belly, I whispered, "Baby, don't be scared. Daddy left, but Mommy will keep you safe and pain-free."