The Battle Ends
Author: Matthew Harris
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56

The battlefield fell silent for a moment, the air heavy with anticipation as Ethan and Damian's gang stood in a heated standoff. The slum residents watched anxiously, their hearts pounding in their chests, acutely aware that the outcome of this battle would forever alter the course of their lives.

Amidst the tension, Ethan took a moment to gather his thoughts, his mind racing as he strategized and calculated his next moves. He knew all too well the potential consequences of the battle and the responsibility that weighed upon his shoulders. His eyes flickered, scanning the faces of the slum residents, each expression fueling his determination to protect them from harm.

Damian's gang, sensing Ethan's pause, seized the opportunity to taunt him, hurling insults and jeers in an attempt to provoke him into making a mistake. Their voices filled the air with scorn and derision, each barb designed to chip away at Ethan's resolve.

But Ethan remained focused and resolute, refusing to be drawn in
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