CHAPTER 344

Gemma's reaction made it clear—she had likely tried to escape before, only to be caught and dragged back. It must have happened more than once for her to have such an intense stress response.

Serena reached over and gently squeezed Gemma's hand, her voice steady and reassuring.

"Don't worry. I promise I'll get you to Professor Wentworth. Trust me."

Serena sat in the backseat with Gemma, her eyes