Chapter 121: The banquet [Rubbles]

Yohan's heart raced as he watched Kian disappear back into the dark, dank basement. Without a moment's hesitation, Yohan bolted after him, desperate to ensure his safety. But strong hands gripped his shoulders from behind, holding him fast.

"It's too dangerous in there," one of the SWAT members barked gruffly. "Let us handle this."

Even the masked stalker who had been protecting Yohan all along looked furious at his defiance. He grabbed Yohan by the arm and yanked him back forcefully.

"Are you out of your mind?!" The stalker snarled through gritted teeth. "We've risked our lives to get you out of that hellhole and now you want to run right back in?! For what?"

"But... but they're still trapped inside..." Yohan protested frantically, straining against the stalker's iron grip. "And Kian... I can't just leave him..."

The stalker's voice was cold and unforgiving as he delivered a harsh truth Yohan didn't want to face.