Promise

chapter 21 - oh no

flashback

     Zayne radioed for backup as he kept his gun pointed at their target's head. Noah got the message from the other side of the building, ditched his post and started walking over. He loosened his tie and unbuttoned a few buttons so that it was easier to breath and jogged the rest of the way.

     It would look a little suspicious if he was sprinting was what he thought, and that there were other officers that were closer to Zayne's location than he was so they were probably already there and everything was under control.

     He was reaching soon and Zayne's voice floated over. "... shoot you." He sounded a little anxious, making Noah start to panic too. He ran the last few meters before he turned the corner and came into view of the front of the building.

     Everything looked like it was under control. Zayne still had his gun raised at the target who had put his wrists together in front of him. Noah slowed down to a stop a distance away and bent down to catch his breath.

     He only looked away for a few seconds when a gun shot was sounded. He immediately looked up to the target who supposedly had a gun to his head.

     He looked fine as he straightened his jacket and tie. Noah turned his attention to Zayne who had lowered his gun and let it drop to the floor. "Zayne...?" Noah muttered, something was wrong.

     Zayne's hand went up to his chest as he staggered a few steps back and forth. From that distance, Noah was able to catch a glimpse of blood seeping out and onto Zayne's clothes as Zayne wobbled unsteadily.    

     He was about to fall as he tried his best to turn around. Noah had started to make his way over and turned to see what Zayne was trying to look at.

     Adrian stood a few steps away and was placing his gun back into his coat. Then he started to make his way over too.

     Zayne had already fell to the floor, unconscious when Adrian reached him. Without even sparing Zayne a glance, he put his hand out for the target to shake. "Mr Lorenzo." He greeted while Adrian gave a nod in response.

     "Why don't we head back inside." Adrian said and started to lead him away. But, of course, Noah wasn't about to let them get away.

     He swiftly pulled his gun out and pointed it at them while still making his way over. "Stop right there! Put your gun on the floor and raise your hands above your head." He commanded.

     Adrian stop in his steps just like he was told and turned around. "Motherfucking asshole. You're going to pay for what you did." Noah said in anger.

     Adrian's expression was unreadable as he tucked his hands into his pockets. "He's going to be dead by the time you're done." Adrian informed and made a gesture towards Zayne.

     Noah let out a grunt in frustration. He had two choices, either catch Adrian and their target or save Zayne. The choice was pretty obvious.

     "I swear I'll get you someday." Noah sneered before stuffing his gun into his coat. Adrian was free to go as Noah knelt down beside Zayne.

     The first thing he did was to check Zayne's pulse. It was weak but at least he was still alive. Noah then pulled out his phone and dialled for emergency services. end---     Noah explained what happened. "Then the hospital gave me a call and I came rushing down." Astrid added when Noah was done.

     "How are you feeling?" Noah asked, he didn't think Zayne would be so calm after knowing what actually happened. But rather than calm, Zayne was feeling numb.