Vera Xavier wondered if Susan Caldwell had considered the consequences. If Vera couldn't help Nathaniel Nathan eliminate Trent Thornton, Nathaniel might fly into a rage and kill Susan as well.
'An act so vindictive, yet ultimately self-sabotaging... in the entire world, probably only Susan Caldwell was capable of it!'
Though Vera Xavier's mind was racing, her hands never stopped. She executed a grappling hold, twisting at Trent Thornton's wrist. He flicked his hand, sending a Flying Knife hurtling out. She was prepared and dodged aside, causing the blade to shoot straight for Susan Caldwell's head.
Leo Wright reacted in a flash, tackling Susan Caldwell to the ground in a roll. The knife plunged into his arm.
Trent Thornton hadn't expected Vera Xavier to dodge his blade. He subconsciously took a step forward, but the moment he exposed himself, a single shot from Nathaniel Nathan tore through his throat. Vera was so close that his blood splattered across her face.
