Adam's heart raced as he observed the weapons pointed in their direction, a sense of trepidation washing over him. Regret gnawed at his conscience, questioning their decision to accompany the girls to this place.
Jasem, desperately seeking a lifeline, glanced at Adam, hoping for some kind of intervention. However, his friend remained silent, locked in a fixed gaze with Cain, seemingly frozen in place.
Jasem grimaced, frustrated that Adam appeared to have cracked under pressure, attempting to handle the situation on his own. Taking a deep breath, he took a few steps forward and addressed Cain, his tone laced with a mix of frustration and appeal.
"Come on, man. We risked our lives to save your daughter, and this is how you repay us?" Jasem's words were casual, but the underlying frustration was evident.
