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Lizzie, still catching her breath beside him, stiffened as the reality of the situation dawned on her. She shot Calvin a sidelong glance, her face pale but her eyes hardening with resolve. The leader’s hand gripped the pistol tighter, his patience wearing thin.

“You saved us,” he continued, his tone a mockery of gratitude. “And I thank you for that. But make no mistake—we’ve come too far, lost too many to leave empty-handed. Show us the way, or…” The cold metal pressed harder against Calvin’s skull, driving the threat home.

Calvin swallowed, his mind racing for a solution. He could feel Lizzie tensing beside him, the familiar glow beginning to stir in her eyes again. He needed to keep her calm, keep her from doing anything reckless.

“Listen,” Calvin said slowly, his voice low and measured. “You don’t want to do this. We’re not your enemies. We’ve all been through hell together, and there’s no need to make this any worse.”

The leader’s chuckle was dark, devoid of any warmth. “Spare me
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