THIRD PERSON’S POV.
After Mark bid farewell to Valerie, he opted for the shortcut home. Yet, a sense of unease settled over him, and he did not feel safe and had the feeling that he was being watched. He turned around to investigate but found the street bustling with no sign of anything unusual. He hastened his steps when he felt a sudden jolt as a powerful grip seized him from behind, pulling him forcefully backward. He fought desperately to break free, but his efforts were useless against the overwhelming strength of his attacker, who shoved napkins into his mouth to stifle any cries.
They dragged him into a dimly lit alley, and then Mark was hurled to the ground with brutal force, his body flung aside like a rag doll.
"What is going on, men?" he yelled, but the words barely left hi
