Desperate Sacrifice

Justine fired several shots without hesitation.

Her movements were lightning-fast. She rolled twice on the floor, then yanked off her coat to reveal a tightly strapped explosive around her torso, the fuse clearly visible.

Sadie froze for a moment, startled.

Gareth and Diane were already raising their guns from preassigned positions.

"Don't shoot!" Sadie shouted suddenly.

The bomb's metal casing re