Mysterious stranger.

Just as Anna's boyfriend's hand sliced through the air, a young, handsome stranger appeared out of nowhere, closing the distance in an instant.

With a firm grip, he wrapped his right arm around Charles's waist, pulling him slightly back, while in one swift motion, his left hand shot out, catching Anna's boyfriend's wrist before the blow could land.

"What the hell do you think you're doing?" the stranger demanded, his voice sharp and commanding, cutting through the noise of the store like a blade.

Heads turned as curious customers paused to watch the scene unfold.

Anna's boyfriend let out a low growl, his teeth clenched as he struggled against the stranger's grip but the more he fought, the tighter the hold became, sending a sharp jolt of pain through his wrist.

His face twisted in discomfort, yet the stranger didn't budge, his expression cold and unwavering.

"Let go of my boyfriend this instant!" Anna snapped, her voice sharp with anger.