The figure's eyes locked onto Lila, and she felt a chill run down her spine.
"You're not going anywhere," it said, its voice cold.
Alex stood tall, his eyes flashing with defiance. "We'll never let you take her," he said.
The figure sneered, pulling out a gun. "You have no choice," it said.
Lila's heart was racing as Alex pushed her behind him. "I'll protect her," he said.
The figure's eyes narrowed. "You're no match for me," it said.
Without warning, Alex lunged at the figure, and the two of them crashed to the ground.
Lila's eyes widened as she watched the fight. She didn't know what to do.
The figure was strong, but Alex was determined. He punched and kicked, trying to gain the upper hand.
Just when it seemed like Alex was winning, the figure landed a blow that sent him crashin
