Cherry took a step back, her breath coming in short gasps. "You're done," she said, her voice steady despite the chaos around her. "You can't intimidate me anymore."
As the officers moved to apprehend him, Cherry felt a wave of relief wash over her. The casino owner's daughter was safe. The manager's face twisted in fury as he was led away.
"You think this is the end?" he spat, glaring at Cherry. "You have no idea what you've started!"
As the officers secured the scene, Cherry felt a mixture of triumph and exhaustion. She had faced her fears, stood up for what was right, and finally taken control of her life. But in the back of her mind, the manager's words lingered, a reminder that the battle was far from over.
