EXTRACT: CH 34 Davie & Leah : Angel of Death

Davie saw him draw his knife. “You leave her alone,” he shouted. His fear turned to rage. He jumped up, broke away, and rushed towards them. He felt for the stone in his pocket – he reached for it - he would smash Buckle-Eye with it. He felt his adrenaline surge. He didn’t hear the gunshot, or feel the bullet enter him – but when he opened his eyes a split second later, the world was on its side and he lay on the ground, cheek to the soil. Time slowed. The sounds were deep and slow in a blurred concert. He gasped for air. Time awash - he remembered sitting with Adele in the car, stroking her hair. He had failed her.