Chapter 6 MA 288 Vouchers Gabrielle had a really long dream . She found herself back five years ago , the first time she met Leonardo . Back then , she hadn't lost her eyesight yet , and her favorite thing to do was go on outdoor adventures . One day , she stumbled upon him after he accidentally tumbled down a barren mountain - he'd broken his leg , had a high fever , and was pretty much at death's door . She used up all her food , water , and medicine to save his life . Leonardo was out cold for three days before finally waking up . By that point , Gabrielle had already passed out from exhaustion . It was him who cut his own wrist and fed her his blood ten times , so they could hang on until the rescue team showed up . When Leonardo started pursuing her later on , he said their survival together on that barren mountain must mean they were meant to be - like some unfinished business from a past life or something like that - a match made in heaven through thick and thin . But just like that , everything changed when he left her behind for the wild beasts just to save Alaina . Gabrielle let out a scream and opened her eyes . Her hands and feet were tied up , and there was a black cloth blindfolding her , so she couldn't see anything at all . 288 Vouchers Chapter 6 All she could make out was someone talking in the background . " Mr. Ferney , your family took the Sullivan family's land and drove us to bankruptcy . Don't you think it's time you paid for that ? " " Wyatt , how dare you kidnap me ? You're asking for trouble . " That was Leonardo's voice . Wyatt Sullivan burst into wild laughter , sounding frantic . " Even if I die , I'll take you down with me ! But just killing you would be too easy . " He glanced at Gabrielle for a moment before suddenly breaking into a cruel smile and said , " How about we play a little game ? " Leonardo clenched his fists tightly ; pure rage flashed in his eyes . " I've got three small punishments here . Mr. Ferney , it's up to you to choose who gets saved . " With a wave of his hand , Wyatt had Gabrielle and Alaina dragged over to him forcefully . Alaina cried out , struggling in fear . Gabrielle gritted her teeth , trying to handle the sharp pain of gravel digging into her back . Seeing this scene made Leonardo's forehead vein pop . " Let them go ! This is just between you and me . Why drag others into it ? " But Wyatt ignored him completely . " First punishment , drowning in the sca " Leonardo gasped . " I'll give you whatever you want . Just let them go . " Chapter 6 288 Vouchers " Cut the nonsense ! " Wyatt's eyes turned cold and threatening . " If you don't make a choice , I'll toss both of them into the sea for the sharks ! " As soon as he said that , Gabrielle and Alaina were kicked straight into the freezing water . " No ! " Leonardo shouted angrily . In a flash , the salty smell of seawater filled Gabrielle's nose and mouth , making her feel like she was suffocating . She fought against the water , her lungs feeling like they were about to burst . This whole process of being tossed into the sea and pulled out happened three times in a row . Gabrielle was already on the brink of death . When Wyatt signaled his guys to throw them back in for the fourth time , Leonardo's eyes turned bloodshot , and he croaked out , " Wyatt ! Stop it , I'll decide . " " Oh? Mr. Ferney , who will you save ? Gabrielle or Alaina ? " Leonardo hesitated between looking at Gabrielle and Alaina for what felt like forever before finally locking his gaze on Gabrielle . " I choose ... " In "A Lady Hard to Please" by CrushReels, a single mother makes a poignant return to the city she fled seven years ago. Her mission: to secure treatment for her son's leukemia, setting the stage for an emotional journey of love and resilience amidst past heartbreak. As her ex-lover reenters her life upon hearing of her return, old wounds resurface, sparking a complex web of emotions and decisions that delve deep into themes of forgiveness, second chances, and the enduring power of love. This modern romance novel stands out for its raw portrayal of familial bonds tested by adversity, offering readers a compelling exploration of human strength and vulnerability. With a captivating blend of heart-wrenching moments and tender revelations, "A Lady Hard to Please" promises a captivating read that lingers in the heart long after the final page. Available to read online at CrushReel for those seeking a tale that transcends boundaries and speaks to the resilience of the human spirit.