Chapter 39 Leave the Money Chapter 39 Leave the Money +10 Free Coins Dawn pedaled faster , but as she rounded the corner , she almost crashed into someone . She hit the brakes hard , nearly falling off her bike . " Well , well , all alone , huh ? " Three blond - haired punks , lollipops sticking out of their mouths , blocked her path with lazy confidence . " It's late . Way too dangerous for you to be out here by yourself . Want us to walk you home ? " Dawn gripped the handlebars tightly and tried to steer past them . One of them slid his sneaker in front of her tire , his gaze sharp . " We're talking to you , little girl . Where are your manners ? " " I don't know you . " " Then let's introduce ourselves and fix that . " The other two laughed loudly and carelessly , as if the more nervous Dawn looked , the more fun it was for them . Her face stayed calm , but sweat gathered in her palms . Slowly , she slid her hand toward her jacket pocket , ready to call the cops if she had to . But the blond noticed her move instantly and grabbed her wrist . " Relax . We just wanna be friends . No need to act like we're dangerous . Let us walk you home . " This street was usually quiet , and tonight's storm made it even worse . There wasn't a single person around . Dawn stared at them , her voice even . " What do you want? " She didn't have cash , but she had money in her Venmo . If all they wanted was money , she could give it now and report them later . But the blond smirked , studying her . " Damn , look at you - so young but already this calm . Makes me like you even more ." The laughter around her grew louder , and Dawn's face turned pale . She calculated the outcomes in her head . If I ditch my bike and run , what are my chances ? 1/3 16:00 Mon , Sep 15 Chapter 39 Leave the Money If it were one guy , maybe . But three ? ::. When she stayed quiet too long , the blond's amusement faded . 30 Free Co His grin disappeared , his voice turning cold . " Since you know what this is , no need to waste time . Hand over your money . " " I don't have cash . I can transfer through Venmo ." " And then you'll go home and call the cops , right ? " His smile turned icy . " There's an ATM not far from here . Let's go . I'll take you . " Dawn's eyes flickered . An ATM meant people . She hunched her shoulders , faking fear . " If I give you the money , you'll let me go ? " " What else do you think we'd do ? " His grin turned mean . " You're too young to be fun , but if you wanna try , I don't mind showing you . " Dawn didn't answer , her eyes shining like she might cry . The three closed in , boxing her between them as they walked toward the nearby building . She pulled out the cash - 5,000 dollars . The blond's eyes lit up at the sight , and a dangerous idea sparked . His gaze burned into Dawn . " So your family's rich ... If your parents heard something happened to you , they wouldn't mind giving more , would they ? " Dawn's stomach dropped . Damn it . This is bad . She spun to run , but the blond yanked her back by her hair . " I like you too much to let you leave . Where do you think you're going ? " " You promised you'd let me go ! " He sneered . " I was kidding . " Hopelessness swelled in her chest - until a cold voice cut through from behind . " Dawn . School's over , and you're still out here ? What are you doing ? " 2/3 the Teen se The Mond glaced at her and the Ebap - all Arad - strenidesed the threee exchanged Took realy som Erhan stepped forward , thoned a carton of milk auro Dawn's hands , then faced the three punks squarely . His voice was like ice . Leave the money They looked at each other and laughed . " Do you even know what you're saying " Sure , he's tall , but still just a high schooler . There are three of us - why would we be scored ? Ethan rolled his wrist , looking almost casual , but his eyes were hard and empty . Im not patient . This is the last time I'm saying it . Leave the money ? The three weren't tall , and 18 - year - old Ethan stood like a mountain in front of them . Maybe that made the blond even angrier . He spat to the side and snarled , " Little punk , you even grown your hair out yet ? Acting all tough ? That cash is in my hand , which means it's mine . Mine , you hear ? " 3/3 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!