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Matthew and Judas rushed to Stephen's room, expecting chaos. Instead, they found Stephen as they had left him.

Matthew's anger flared, his face inches from Stephen's. "Stephen, don't try to play smart with us again," Matthew growled, his hand clenched.

Stephen's eyes blazed defiance, his chest heaving. "Release me now, or you'll regret it," Stephen warned.

Matthew's grip on Stephen's shirt tightened. "You're in no position to make threats," Matthew snarled.

Judas intervened, his voice calm. "Matthew, ease up." Matthew's glare lingered before he released Stephen.

Stephen's breath came in ragged gasps. "You're running out of time," Matthew warned.

Stephen's gaze flicked between Matthew and Judas. "I won't talk," Stephen spat.

Matthew's smile twisted. "We'll see about that."

Judas stepped forward. "Stephen, cooperation is your best option."

Stephen's laughter was laced with desperation. "You'll never break me."

Matthew's eyes narrowed. "We'll see."

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