Lando's body trembled with a mixture of exhaustion and relief, his spirit on the brink of surrender as the relentless, ear-piercing screech continued to reverberate through the room. His eyes, bloodshot from relentless tears, betrayed the depths of his sorrow. Sensing his despair, Hana approached him, her presence a comforting embrace from behind. Lando's weakened form leaned back into Hana's supportive hold, his gaze remaining fixed on Zander's motionless figure.
In a dramatic twist of fate, the monotonous screeching abruptly ceased, giving way to a series of smaller, irregular beeps. The doctors, their attention swiftly diverted, hastened to Zander's side, a renewed sense of urgency animating their movements. Lando's gasp of astonishment quickly transformed into an elated smile, his heart brimming with hope. "He's alive!" exclaimed one of the doctors, their voice laced with a mixture of astonishment and joy. Though still unconscious, Zander had defied the precipice of death and reclaimed the gift of life.
Lando wasted no time, his weariness replaced by a newfound determination. "Aqua, show me the path he took," he commanded, his voice infused with a potent blend of vengeance and righteous fury. Aqua, understanding the depths of Lando's thirst for justice, retrieved his pistol and locked eyes with him. The fire of revenge burned brightly within Lando's gaze as he tightened his grip on the weapon. "You all stay with Zander," he instructed, his voice commanding and resolute. "Aqua and I will hunt down this despicable fiend." His teeth gritted in unwavering resolve, Lando stormed out of the infirmary, his determination a force to be reckoned with. Aqua, equally committed to the cause, followed closely behind, her own pistol drawn and ready for action.
The echoes of their footsteps reverberated through the corridor as they embarked on their relentless pursuit. Their shared purpose transformed into a palpable energy, propelling them forward with unwavering determination. The path ahead was fraught with uncertainty and danger, but nothing could deter them from seeking justice for zander. Lando's heart burned with a righteous fury, his mind consumed by thoughts of retribution, while Aqua's steely resolve mirrored his own.
Aqua's index finger pointed towards the telltale bloodstains, a chilling reminder of the vicious attack. Lando's somber nod conveyed his comprehension as he swiftly darted down the corridor, his heart pounding in his chest. The sight that greeted him sent shockwaves through his entire being. Two lifeless bodies lay sprawled on the floor, their forms drenched in a crimson pool, a testament to the brutality they had endured.
Undeterred by the harrowing scene, Lando and Aqua pressed on, their determination undiminished. Their footsteps echoed through the labyrinthine halls as they delved deeper into the heart of darkness. Suddenly, a piercing scream tore through the air, sending shivers down their spines. "There!" Aqua's voice reverberated with urgency, prompting Lando to sprint towards the source of the agonizing cry. Aqua remained hot on his heels, her unwavering loyalty propelling her forward.
As they rounded a corner, a grim tableau unfolded before their eyes. Their target, Barry, held a helpless individual hostage, a blade pressed menacingly against their vulnerable throat. Barry's face contorted with rage as his voice reverberated with a venomous hatred. "Damn you both!" he screamed, his words dripping with vitriol. His gaze fixated on Aqua, his fury uncontainable. "You've ruined everything, you wretched bitch!"
Barry's frenzied outburst escalated, his savagery on full display. With each merciless slice of the blade, the captive's shrieks of agony pierced the air, their desperate pleas filling the void. Lando, his heart heavy with a mix of horror and determination, aimed his pistol, desperately seeking an opportunity to neutralize the threat. However, his line of fire remained obstructed by the human shield, their life force ebbing away with every savage stroke.
In a moment of abhorrent cruelty, Barry went even further, his actions transcending the bounds of comprehension. The cacophony of gurgles transformed into an eerie silence, the hostage's life extinguished. Barry held the severed head aloft, a macabre trophy of his malevolence. "Damn you, and damn Titan City," he sneered, his lips curling into a malevolent grin. Unwavering in the face of this grotesque display, Lando lowered his gun, an unsettling calmness settling over him.
Lando's eyes gleamed with a sinister resolve as he strode purposefully towards the wall. His hands closed around a sturdy pipe, wrenching it free with a primal fury. Aqua, her expression a mix of concern and confusion, called out to him. "Lando?" Her voice trailed off, unanswered, as he continued his relentless advance towards Barry.
Barry's face contorted with bewilderment and fear, his voice strained with panic. "What the hell do you think you're doing?!" he spat, brandishing the knife menacingly. "One step closer, and I'll drive this blade into your gut!" His threat hung in the air, thick with tension. Unfazed, Lando's bloodlust surged, his grip on the pipe tightening as he swung with brutal force, striking Barry's knee with a sickening crack. A cry of agony erupted from Barry's lips as he crumpled to the ground, his body trembling.
"FUCK YOU!" Barry's screams mingled with his desperate attempts to retaliate, his aim now directed at Lando's exposed stomach. Lando, cold and unwavering, eyed the pipe in his hand, seizing the opportunity. With a swift and calculated motion, he thrust the sharp end into Barry's hand, the force driving it deep into the ground. Blood gushed forth, mingling with Barry's anguished cries. Lando wasted no time, swiftly retrieving another pipe from the wall.
Before Barry could regain his composure, Lando brought his foot down with brutal force, crushing the bones of Barry's other hand beneath his weight. Tears streamed down Barry's face, his voice laced with agony. "YOU MONSTER!" Trembling, he looked up at Lando, his eyes widening in terror. Lando, his gaze devoid of emotion, stood over him, an ominous darkness shrouding his being.
Barry's tone shifted abruptly, desperation and pleading replacing his previous vitriol. "Please! Spare my life! I beg you!" His pleas hung in the air, desperate and tinged with terror. Lando, raising the pipe once more, simply uttered a chilling response. "Wait for me in hell." With a swift and relentless swing, the pipe connected with Barry's skull, blood splattering against the wall. Barry gasped, blood oozing from the dent in his head.
"F...uck you... and that Zander f-" Barry's insult was cut short as Lando swung again, this time striking the right side of his face. A cry of pain mingled with the sickening sound of bone breaking, an eyeball dislodging from its socket. The scene was one of grotesque brutality.
With each subsequent swing, Lando brought Barry crashing to the ground, a frenzied onslaught of blows painting a macabre tableau. Brain matter and blood sprayed around him, staining his clothes with a gruesome reminder of his relentless vengeance. As the final strike landed, Lando dropped the pipe, his eyes now fixed upon Aqua. An uncharacteristic remorse washed over him. "I'm sorry... you had to witness that," he murmured.