Fortunately, during the tense interaction between the leader and his lieutenant, Truce had cleverly directed one of his men to strategically position the unconscious bandits near the hostages. This way, if any violence were to erupt, the bandits themselves would be the ones to bear the consequences instead of the innocent captives.
As the leader signaled for a shot to be fired, a member of the brigade obeyed, discharging his weapon. The bullet found its mark in one of the bandits, causing the woman to collapse to the ground with a thud.
Sitting right across from Sydney, the incident left Pene utterly bewildered, her mind grappling with the chaos unfolding before her eyes.
The sight of the woman falling was shocking, and Pene felt a wave of relief wash over her upon realizing that Sydney had been spared from the bullet's path.
"Sydney, are you alright?" Pene's voice quivered with concern as she rushed towards her friend, desperate to ensure her safety.
