As Charles walked in, Claire's frantic cries for help reached his ears. He wasted no time, rushing to her side. Without hesitation, he charged at Roy, yanking him off Claire and landing a punch that echoed through the room. Roy staggered, but he fought back, trying to throw punches of his own. Charles wasn’t giving up, though, landing blow after blow, keeping Roy restrained long enough for Claire to dial the police. But Claire, her hands shaking uncontrollably, fumbled with the phone, unable to steady her nerves enough to properly get the help she needed. The struggle between Roy and Charles raged on, and in a sudden surge of strength, Roy broke free, pushing Charles aside and scrambling to his feet. Before Charles could regain his composure, Roy bolted for the door. Charles was quick to pursue, but by the time he reached the threshold, Roy was already gone, disappearing into the night. Charles hurried back to Claire, who was still trembling, her eyes wide with shock. He crouc
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