"We have her right where we want her," Bruce remarked, his voice filled with confidence. "She's fighting a battle she can't hope to win."
Adam nodded in agreement, his eyes gleaming with malice. "Indeed," he replied, his voice dripping with contempt. "It's only a matter of time before she falls."
But as they watched Alice's valiant efforts, a sense of unease settled over the room like a dark cloud. For amidst the chaos and uncertainty, one thing was certain, the battle between good and evil was far from over, and the fate of the city hung in the balance.
Back at the gala, Alice continued her desperate struggle against Adam, her movements fueled by sheer determination. But despite her best efforts, she found herself slowly being pushed back by his relentless assault.