Who are you
Author: Jason Kz
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56

The voice was both a reminder of his precarious situation and a challenge he knew he would have to face head-on.

It was a voice that belonged to someone who could potentially unravel all his carefully laid plans. He clenched his fists subtly, preparing himself for whatever confrontation awaited him. The stakes were high, and he knew he couldn't afford to let his guard down, not even for a moment.

As the seconds ticked by, the tension in the air grew thicker, and Ryoshu steeled himself for the conversation about unfolding.

His muscles tensed, ready to act, but his face remained calm and expressionless. He knew that showing any sign of weakness or anxiety could give away more than he intended.

Finally, he spotted the source of the voice—a figure stepping out from the shadows, their face partially obscured but unmistakably familiar. His eyes locked onto theirs, and time seemed to stand still momentarily.

Ryoshu could feel the weight of the situation pressing down on him, but he refuse
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