I can’t guarantee your safety

Hobe, get out of there! You can't take him alone!" Alicia shouted, her voice tinged with concern as she fended off another attacker.

"He's right, Hobe! Mark is way stronger than you!" Jensen called out, he tried his best to hid his smirk.

Ignoring the pain coursing through his body, Hobe gritted his teeth and stood his ground. "I can't let him harm any more innocent people. I'll hold him off as long as I can."

"Stubborn as ever, aren't you?" Mark sneered, delivering another punishing blow.

The flickering flames cast eerie shadows, illuminating the chaotic scene unfolding in the dimly lit surroundings.

The crackling fire provided a semblance of light, allowing the survivors to navigate through the darkness as they prepared to join the fray.

Embers danced in the air, painting a surreal picture against the backdrop of the night sky.