As the officer's accusing voice rang out, Ethan's instincts kicked in, and he swiftly leaped down from the wagon, intending to intervene and address the situation. However, his swift response triggered a dangerous reaction from one of the officers.
In a sudden and menacing display of power, the officer's hand transformed into enormous crab-like claws, poised threateningly at Ethan's neck. The sharp tip of the claw was dangerously close to piercing his skin.
"Stay where you are, boy, I can easily slice your neck before you can even move a muscle" the officer commanded with a cold, malicious tone, the glint of a sinister grin visible on his face.
With a steely resolve, Ethan stood his ground, trying to maintain a calm facade despite the imminent danger.