"And this, gentlemen, is what happens when someone dares to outwit Arzal Malik," he declared, his voice dripping with malevolence. His lips curled into a sinister smile as two ruthless men cheered him on, completely devoid of any sympathy.

With ruthless precision, Arzal pulled the trigger, sending the helpless men into oblivion. The sharp crack of gunfire echoed through the room, but the cold satisfaction on his face quickly faltered when a metallic clanking sound caught his attention. His eyes snapped to the entrance, where Emaan stood frozen, her face pale, her wide eyes filled with horror.