The Unshackled Queen: Never Say Never

Take care, they cautioned.

Keith added, Dealing with Wilfred might be tougher this time around.

I can manage, she asserted confidently.

A spark gleamed in Hannahs eyes as she declared, Once hes in, he wont be able to leave the ward! With that, she gently closed the door behind her.

As Hannah stepped outside, she encountered Wilfred and his entourage approaching the ward.

Her sharp gaze picked out an individual wearing a cap and mask, concealed within the crowd.

Wilfred yelled, Hannah! Let me see Wallace and step aside! Unmoved, Hannah faced him squarely.

As I mentioned, my father is gravely ill. Its not suitable for him to receive visitors.

Wilfred, undeterred, gestured to his group.noveldrama

This isnt a negotiation! Were getting into that ward today, one way or another.

If you block us, well force our way in! No sooner had he finished than his followers aimed their weapons at Hannah simultaneously! Anger registered on Dotsons and Dilans faces as they positioned themselves protectively in front of Hannah.

Try and make a move, I dare you! Wilfred scoffed, Think you can stop me? Youre flirting with disaster.

Lets move! ..

Library Wait! Hannah interjected, pushing past Dotson and Dilan to confront Wilfred directly.

Answer me this-are you planning to storm this ward tonight? Absolutely.

Wilfreds expression twisted into one of fury as he pointed aggressively at Hannah.

Step aside, or itll be your fault if you get hurt! After a tense pause, Hannah conceded, Fine, you can enter, but only you alone.

Okay- As Wilfred began to respond, someone from behind tugged at him, causing his demeanor to shift abruptly.

Impossible! How can I be sure there isnt a trap waiting inside? Im bringing two others with me! Three minutes! You only have three minutes to think about it Hannah spoke in a calm voice that carried an unmistakable edge of threat.

After a moments hesitation, Wilfred gritted his teeth and asked, Can I bring someone with me? Hannah feigned hesitation, then nodded.

Fine, Ill allow you to bring one person.

Who do you want? After she finished speaking, Wilfred turned and gestured to the masked figure behind him. Come on.

Youre coming in with me.

The figure stepped forward silently and took their place beside Wilfred, saying nothing.

Can we go inside now? Wilfred asked, turning to Hannah.

Hannah gestured for him to enter, then turned and pushed the door open.

Come in, she said.

Seeing Hannah relent, Wilfred felt a surge of joy.

Without hesitation, he began to walk inside with the masked figure.