one hundred and thirty one

Michael POV

I clashed with The Shadow Lurker, our movements swift and deadly.

Anderson joined the fight, taking down Vincent's minions.

Sandra struggled against Vincent's grip.

"Let her go!" I shouted.

Vincent sneered. "You'll never win."

Maya watched, her expression unreadable.

Anderson landed a solid punch on Vincent's jaw.

Vincent stumbled, releasing Sandra.

She sprinted to my side.

"Mike, we have to get out of here!" Sandra urged.

But I was determined to finish this.

"Not until Vincent pays," I growled.

Anderson nodded. "We end this now."

Together, we charged at Vincent.

The Shadow Lurker intervened, but Anderson took them down.

Vincent backed away, eyes wide with fear.

"You'll never control Echo," I snarled.

Vincent's smile returned. "We'll see about that."

Suddenly, Maya turned on Vincent.

"Enough," Maya said, her voice cold.

Vincent's eyes widened. "Maya, no!"

Maya's betrayal stunned Vincent.

"I played you," Maya said. "To protect Sandra."

Sandra's eyes filled with tears.

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