Smoke billowed into the night sky, forming a dark cloud that could be seen from miles away.
The fire illuminated the surrounding ruins, casting long, ominous shadows across the debris-strewn ground and showing the faces of Shade's gang members trying to rescue him, only to be blocked by Laria's men.
It was a scene of chaos.
Despite the inferno, a figure emerged from the burning building at a calm pace.
Unhurried, the person walked through the main entrance, which was now a gaping maw framed by fire.
The flames seemed to part ways for him.
As he stepped into the cool night air, the firelight danced across his features, revealing a composed expression that betrayed no sign of panic or distress.