Ana gazed in disbelief as she shifted her focus from Khai's menacing expression to Sean's contorted face. The sneer that once haunted her in her nightmares was now replaced with terror.
Sean pushed himself against the wall in dread, gripping his broken leg in agony. Grabbing him by the collar, Khai growled in a low and menacing voice. "You dare lay a finger on her?"
Sean flailed before attempting to punch Khai, but the latter effortlessly blocked it. In a swift motion, Khai's fist connected with Sean's jaw, causing a sickening crack. Blood trickled from Sean's mouth as Khai dropped him back to the floor.
Ana watched in horror as Sean struggled to take shallow breaths, as if he was clinging to the last remnants of his life. She looked up at Khai, who glanced at her to ensure she was still watching.
