At that moment, the rain poured down in torrents, drenching everything below.
The heavy downpour extinguished the flames, but the Calhoun residence had been reduced to a smoldering ruin. Chuck tried to
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use his true energy to heal Zoe's wounds, but she shook her head.
Zoe said softly, "It's no use, Chucky. | know my condition—I'm beyond saving."
Chuck's tears fell onto Zoe's face as she gently touched his cheek. "Thank you... Thank you for saving me. | don't regret anything."
Chuck clung tightly to Zoe, his voice breaking with guilt. "I'm sorry, I'm so sorry. This happened because | was too weak... It's
because of me..."
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Zoe interrupted, her voice tender, "No, Chucky. You're kind. None of this is your fault. Please keep that kindness... And one last
thing, I..."
She removed her bracelet and handed it to him, then leaned close to his ear. She whispered three words, and with that, she closed
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