---- Chapter 23 Emilio looked at Nicola disapprovingly. "Nicola..." Nicola turned to him and blinked at him. Emilio clenched his fists tightly. Cassie's gaze flickered from Emilio to Nicola. She thought Nicola's words were reasonable. After all, Emilio was not the baby's father and might decide to abandon it. With Nicola there, he surely wouldn't be able to bring himself to abandon her. With that on her mind, Cassie sneered, "Alright. You come with me. But don't even think about trying to play any tricks, or else Vi" She threatened with a sinister tone, and Nicola quickly replied, "| won't." Cassie looked at Nicola's cautious demeanor and felt satisfied. She was convinced that her plan was brilliant. She had managed to manipulate Nicola and Emilio. Moreover, she avenged her past humiliation and ensured herself a bright ---- future. From now on, no one could look down on her. The plane landed nearby, and Cassie gestured for Nicola to walk ahead. "You get on the plane first." Nicola nodded and slowly walked forward. Just as she was about to step onto the boarding ramp, she suddenly spun around and lunged at Cassie. Cassie instinctively dodged back. But Nicola recklessly reached out and quickly snatched the baby from Cassie's arms. She held the baby tightly and tumbled to the ground. The sudden change happened in an instant. As soon as Cassie's arms were empty, her expression turned vicious. She took out the fruit knife she had put in her pocket before. "You dare deceive me? Go and die." Emilio was standing not far away and saw the gleaming knife. His eyes widened with rage. "Nicola!" Cassie was already wielding the knife and stabbed down fiercely. Nicola was terrified. She hugged the baby tightly and curled up ---- to shield it with her frail frame. Thwack! The sound of the knife piercing flesh was accompanied by a muffled gunshot. But Nicola felt no pain. At the critical moment, someone rushed over and shielded Nicola and the baby. Nicola turned her head and saw Lachlan. He held her and the baby in his arms. When he saw her frightened expression, he wanted to comfort her. But blood trickled from his lips. He still tried to reassure her. "As long as you and the baby are safe, it's enough." Meanwhile, Cassie slumped to the ground. A wound on her forehead was oozing blood. As she lay there, she still twitched slightly. She gazed in the direction of Nicola and Lachlan and was filled with unwillingness. She knew she was dying. Her lips moved silently. "Help me... Help me..." How could it end like that... How could she die... But no one cared about her fate anymore. ---- Emilio holstered his gun and hurried towards Nicola. The knife was still embedded in Lachlan's body. It was lodged in a perilous spot. Blood was gushing out. His blood seeped onto Nicola, who cried in fear. "Lachlan, hang in there..." Lachlan gave a bitter smile. His gaze lingered on Nicola and the baby. He seemed to want to take one more look at them. Emilio waved to his men and said, "Get him to the hospital immediately." Lachlan grasped Nicola's hand, and she could only hold his. She followed him to the hospital and watched him being taken into the emergency room. On their way to the hospital, Lachlan nearly lost consciousness several times. Nicola feared he would fall asleep and never wake up again. She repeatedly urged him, "Lachlan, you mustn't fall asleep. You can't sleep. Look at the baby." Lachlan held on until they arrived at the doors of the emergency room. He released Nicola's hand and finally succumbed to unconsciousness. Title: A Princess? No! I'm the Female General! In "A Princess? No! I'm the Female General!" by CrushReel, Adela Taylor, a noble family's daughter, disguises herself as her brother to secure their Duke title by joining the army. Despite facing obstacles, she achieves remarkable success. However, upon her triumphant return, her brother betrays her, setting off a chain of events that will test her resolve and reveal hidden truths. This captivating novel delves into themes of secrets, reincarnation, revenge, murder, and drama. Adela's journey from deception to betrayal is filled with intrigue and suspense as she navigates through a world where power dynamics and family loyalties collide. What sets this story apart is its strong female lead who defies expectations and challenges societal norms in a quest for justice and redemption. Experience the riveting tale of Adela Taylor online at CrushReel and witness the transformation of a princess into a formidable female general.