Esper Harem in the Apocalypse - Chapter 919 Police Chase
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Chapter 919 Police Chase

Chapter 919 Police Chase

As they settled into the luxurious car, Maria glanced at Rudy with a hint of uncertainty in her eyes. "You know, Rudy, I'm not so confident about driving this beauty. Would you mind taking the wheel?"

Rudy chuckled, giving her a rea.s.suring smile. "Come on, Maria. You're an accomplished mafia boss. I'm sure driving this car will be a piece of cake for you."

Maria's lips twitched into a hesitant smile. "Well, I'm used to driving something with a little more... intimidation factor."

Rudy laughed. "Don't worry. You've got this. And if you need any help, I'm right here."

With Rudy's encouragement, Maria finally took the driver's seat. She adjusted the seat, mirrors, and got familiar with the controls. Rudy settled into the pa.s.senger seat, ready to a.s.sist if needed.

As Maria cautiously drove the car onto the road, her grip on the steering wheel was firm. She took it slow at first, getting used to the powerful engine and the responsiveness of the car. Rudy watched her with an amused grin, occasionally offering tips and encouragement.

"See? You're a natural," Rudy said, giving her a thumbs-up.

Maria's confidence seemed to grow as she navigated the streets. Gradually, she pressed the accelerator a bit more, feeling the exhilarating rush of speed. The car's engine roared in response, and the pa.s.sersby and other drivers couldn't help but notice the sleek black car racing down the road.

As Maria gained confidence, she couldn't resist the urge to push the car's limits. She glanced at Rudy with a mischievous grin. "Hold on tight."

With that, she accelerated, the car's speed increasing significantly. The wind rushed through the open windows, and the scenery outside blurred as they zoomed past. Rudy's exhilarated laughter mixed with the roar of the engine.

Pa.s.sersby on the footpath turned their heads to catch a glimpse of the impressive car, and drivers in nearby cars stared in awe as Maria skillfully maneuvered through traffic. It was as if they were in a movie scene, and Maria was the fearless protagonist.

Rudy's hair was tousled by the wind, and he couldn't help but admire Maria's determination and newfound excitement. "You're driving like a pro, Maria!"

Maria's laughter joined Rudy's, her eyes s.h.i.+ning with adrenaline. "This is actually fun!"

Maria continued to drive the car at an exhilarating speed, the wind whipping through her hair as the engine roared beneath her. The thrill of the speed was both electrifying and terrifying, and her heart raced in her chest. The road ahead stretched out like a blur, the pa.s.sing landscape a colorful streak of lights.

As they sped along, the flas.h.i.+ng red and blue lights of a patrol car caught up to them, casting an ominous glow in the rearview mirror. Maria's eyes widened, and she let out a nervous gasp. "Rudy, what should we do?" she cried, gripping the steering wheel tightly.

Rudy glanced at her, a mischievous glint in his eyes. He could have easily defused the situation, but a part of him wanted to feel the rush, to experience the thrill of being pursued. "Don't worry, Maria. Let's see how this plays out," he said, his voice calm despite the situation.

The patrol car's siren wailed loudly, its sound blending with the wind and the adrenaline pumping through their veins. A voice crackled through the car's loudspeaker, ordering them to pull over immediately. Maria's knuckles turned white as she tightened her grip on the steering wheel.

After a series of warnings, Maria finally realized that she had no choice but to stop the car. With a heavy sigh, she slowed down and brought the car to a halt on the side of the road.

The tense atmosphere in the car seemed to thicken as the patrol car came to a halt behind them. Red and blue lights painted the interior, casting a surreal glow over Maria's features. The sound of doors opening and the shuffle of footsteps echoed around them, punctuated by the commanding voice of an officer instructing them to exit the vehicle.

"Step out of the vehicle with your hands raised and your back facing us!" one of the officers shouted, his voice commanding.

But Maria and Rudy remained seated, their eyes locked on each other, their expressions a mix of uncertainty and resolve. They exchanged a brief, knowing glance, a silent agreement pa.s.sing between them. It was as if they were united in their decision not to comply with the officers' demands.

As the tension continued to mount, a knock on the driver's side window brought their attention back to the immediate situation. Maria's heart raced as she turned her head to find an officer standing beside the car, his features partially obscured by the reflective visor of his police cap. He motioned for her to roll down the window, and Maria complied, the soft hum of the window mechanism breaking the silence.

"Can you both step out of the vehicle with your hands raised and your backs turned to us, please?" The officer's voice was firm, a hint of urgency underscoring his words.

But instead of complying, Maria and Rudy remained seated, the tension palpable in the air. Maria's nerves were on edge, her heart pounding in her chest, while Rudy maintained an air of calm nonchalance, his gaze steady as he observed the situation.

The officer's patience seemed to wear thin as he approached the window once more, knocking again. "I said step out of the vehicle, now!" he repeated, his voice sharp.

However, before the situation could escalate further, a voice that carried a familiar authority cut through the tension. "John, that won't be necessary."

The officer froze, his gaze s.h.i.+fting from Maria to the source of the voice. And there, sitting in the pa.s.senger's seat, was Rudy. The officer's eyes widened in disbelief as he recognized him.

"Rudy?" he murmured, his voice a mix of astonishment and confusion.

Rudy offered a small smile and a nod in acknowledgement. "Long time no see, John."

The officerJohnseemed to be at a loss for words. He glanced between Rudy and Maria, his expression s.h.i.+fting from bewilderment to realization. "Wait, you two...?"

Maria's cheeks flushed slightly as she cleared her throat, finally breaking her silence. "Um, hi, Officer John."