Reborn Heiress: Taking Back What Is Rightfully Hers!
Chapter 268: Life and Death Struggle

Chapter 268: Life and Death Struggle

The woman’s voice was harsh, slightly resembling Mrs. Harris’s but sharper and hoarse. Ella realized she had neglected to notice the changes—Mrs. Harris must have been in trouble.

"Are you sent by him? I didn’t expect he’d have this backup!" Ella spoke softly, but the cold gun barrel knocked against her head.

"Shut up!"

The woman’s eyes were filled with malice.

"Honestly, if you’re here for money, I can offer you more than he does. I want my life, but money I can earn again," Ella said calmly. "At my last charity gala, I donated nine million. You’ve probably heard of it, right? I still have about a hundred million in my account!"

Ella attempted to lure the thug, but she was met with a scornful laugh. "And what of that money? It’s all from selling your body."

Ella chuckled, "Selling? You think I’m like that with Eric? Have you ever seen a woman so comfortable? Even when I was nearly killed, he was the one injured, while I didn’t get a scratch!"

The woman faltered, momentarily at a loss for words.

Though she hadn’t been involved in the assassination attempt, she knew the details. Ella had only inhaled some smoke, while Eric had nearly lost his life protecting her.

"Do you think... Eric will love me for no reason? If I have no means, no ability to make money, just like a crazy girl out there. Do you think he will fall in love with me?" Ella laughed mockingly, trying to entice the woman.

"Enough! I don’t want your money!" the woman snapped, impatience flashing in her eyes.

They walked into the garage together.

Ella immediately spotted the steel pipe not far away.

If she got taken away like this... then Eric would definitely be dragged into it again!

No, she couldn’t let Eric be involved because of her!

Ella took a deep breath, watching the distance between herself and the car shrink. Her heart raced, and her palms were drenched in cold sweat.

Her entire body was tense, and her mind raced.

She recalled a wealthy heiress who had been kidnapped. Though she returned safely, the ransom had been a staggering one hundred million.

Ella cared less about the money and more about... her own innocence! Sometimes, being kidnapped and paying a ransom didn’t guarantee a safe return.

What mattered was, whose person was this woman?

If she were taken away, the journey could be fraught with danger—one misstep could lead to a serious outcome!

Ella noticed that the woman was wearing heeled boots, and she instantly regretted not paying attention! She had been so worried about Eric all day that she hadn’t noticed the woman’s footwear!

Mrs. Harris never wore boots like that; this woman must have been trained!

Ella took a deep breath. "Oh... my car keys, are they in my pocket? By the way, Donald is your boss, right?" Ella said with a light chuckle. "He’s really quite devoted, isn’t he? Killing and breaking the law just for Grace!"

The woman’s expression shifted, and she shouted angrily, "Shut up!"

"For that woman, he’s in prison for murder—do you think that’s worth it? Grace never liked him! She loves James; otherwise, she would have divorced him long ago! Donald could provide her with plenty of material comfort!"

Ella said coldly, "Because Grace and James have a son, once a woman has children, her heart tends to settle down!"

"Shut up, shut up, shut up!" As the woman grew agitated, Ella suddenly swept her foot, tripping the woman!

The woman let out a yelp as she stumbled forward, and without fear, Ella forcefully stomped down on the woman’s gun hand!

Ella’s words were meant to distract the woman, giving her a chance to strike while she was flaring up!

The woman couldn’t kill her right away; otherwise, she wouldn’t have ordered her to get in the car and follow her!

"You bitch... you tried to ambush me!" the woman screeched, landing a punch on Ella’s leg. Ella stood her ground, fury burning in her eyes!

She slapped the woman across the face, but the woman was a trained assassin. Despite her lack of experience, she was still quick on her feet!

The woman dropped her gun, grabbing Ella’s leg and yanking her down to the ground.

Ella fell, landing right on top of the gun!

The woman lunged at her in a rage, but Ella kicked out with her leg, striking the woman and then rolled to kick the gun far away.

The woman, eyes blazing with fury, screeched as she rushed for the gun.

In time, Ella wrapped her arms around the woman’s waist. The woman bit down hard on Ella’s arm, causing her to gasp in pain!

With a fierce punch aimed at Ella’s head, the woman was a formidable opponent, and Ella had no leverage in this position!

Her head spun from the impact.

The woman finally rolled to the gun and grabbed it!

Ella’s blood ran cold as she witnessed this moment; she gasped for breath, a dull ache pounding in her head!

"Bitch! If you don’t behave, I’ll kill you!"

The woman aimed the gun at Ella. Ella responded with a cold smile, showing no fear in her eyes. Life and death were in fate’s hands; she was a mere pawn!

Everything was predetermined. Fate had given her a second chance, and perhaps being alive now was a blessing!

Because it allowed her to experience the true taste of love!

Bang—

A gunshot rang out, and Ella felt her limbs go cold!

She envisioned her own death, picturing Eric weeping over her lifeless body, heartbroken and in despair!

No...

Wait...

Ella suddenly realized she felt no pain at all. The gunshot had nearly shattered her eardrums, leaving her body numb.

But after a few seconds, she looked up in shock to see Eric standing not far away!

He stood there, lips pressed tightly together, his eyes filled with fierce rage and intensity, the gun in his hand emitting faint wisps of smoke.

"Are you okay, ma’am?" Mark and John rushed in, seeing Ella sprawled on the ground, their faces pale with fear, hesitating to approach.

The woman on the floor stared blankly, her eyes wide in death; Eric’s bullet had struck her in the forehead. Ella almost vomited at the sight.

She was still too weak, unaccustomed to such scenes.

Eric snapped back to reality, his pale face still tense as he tossed the gun aside and rushed over.

"Eric!" Ella cried out, overwhelmed with mixed emotions, having just grasped the feeling of facing death!