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Trust and Teeth

Author: Retroferd
last update Last Updated: 2024-12-10 02:46:20
The banging at the door grew louder, splinters flying off the barricade with each hit. The tension in the room was suffocating, a mixture of fear and suspicion thickening the air. Everyone held their makeshift weapons tightly, their eyes darting between the door and each other.

Luke’s gaze fell once again on Akin, who sat unbothered, his arms crossed. His relaxed demeanor infuriated Luke. How could someone be so calm when chaos was clawing at their only line of defense?

“Help reinforce the barricade!” Luke barked, directing his order at Akin and Charles.

Akin didn’t budge. “And risk being the first one dragged out? No, thanks.”

“You’re unbelievable,” Collins growled, stepping forward with the metal pipe in his hands.

“Collins, not now!” Mira snapped, grabbing his arm. “Focus!”

Jeff and Justin rushed to push a heavy cabinet against the door, adding another layer of protection. Favour fumbled with his book, muttering what sounded like prayers under his breath.

Luke glanced
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