Chapter 10: A Clash of Fates (Chapter 9)
In the dead of night, Leo sprinted towards the military office, his heart pounding with urgency. Two kilometers felt like an eternity as he raced against time, fueled by desperation. As he reached the office, he found it closed, but a figure loomed inside. Leo pounded on the doors until a military officer appeared, his expression a mix of shock and concern.
Leo wasted no time, pouring out his story to the officer in a rush of words. The officer listened gravely, his gaze heavy with sorrow. "We cannot risk crossing into Russian territory," he explained, his voice tinged with regret. Leo's frustration boiled over, his anger palpable as he demanded action. But the officer stood firm, urging Leo to abide by the boundaries of Japan.
With a heavy heart, Leo left the office, his hopes dashed. Determined to rescue Saki at any cost, he headed to the bank, withdrawing 50,000 yen to fund his journey. The next day, he boarded a plane bound for Russia, leaving behind a flurry of worried messages from his mother, his words a feeble attempt to soothe her fears.
As Leo ventured into the vast expanse of Russia, he found himself engulfed by the sprawling metropolis of Moscow. The bustling streets and towering buildings loomed overhead, a stark contrast to the quiet familiarity of home. With each step, Leo's resolve hardened, his determination unwavering in the face of adversity.
Venturing through the labyrinthine streets of Moscow, Leo's eyes scanned the bustling thoroughfares in search of a haven amidst the chaos. After a time of wandering, he stumbled upon a modest marketplace, its stalls adorned with an eclectic array of wares ranging from mundane necessities to lethal implements.
Stepping into the market's embrace, Leo's gaze swept over the goods, his mind fixated on one purpose: preparation for the journey ahead. Amidst of everything, he found what he needed a sturdy armored vest to shield him from harm, paired with a selection of keen-edged knives for close-quarters combat. Sensing the gravity of his mission, Leo also procured a compact revolver, a last resort in the face of danger.
With his arsenal secured, Leo once more consulted the address that burned in his mind—a beacon guiding him towards his destination on St Petersburg street, number 37. Yet, as he contemplated the distance that lay ahead, a harsh reality dawned upon him. His wallet, once teeming with currency, now held a paltry sum of 567 yen—a mere fraction of what was needed to secure transportation.
Caught in the grip of uncertainty, Leo faced a daunting dilemma. Hindered by financial constraints, his path forward seemed fraught with obstacles, yet his determination remained
As Leo embarked on his journey, he was aware of the daunting distance that stretched before him. With each step, the weight of the path ahead pressed upon him, the magnitude of the distance becoming increasingly apparent. Despite the challenge that lay in wait, Leo's resolve remained unshakable, fueled by the unwavering determination to reunite with Saki, no matter the cost.
Meanwhile, Saki languished in captivity, her spirit worn down by the relentless abuse inflicted upon her by Sauha and his cohorts. Subjected to constant abuse and neglect, she bore the brunt of their sadistic whims with a stoic resolve that belied the torment raging within. Though Juko sought to shield her from harm, his efforts were to no avail.
In a moment of desperation, Sauha turned his wrath upon Saki, venting his frustrations with Leo his anger simmered as he demanded answers from Juko, his impatience boiling over in the absence of Leo's arrival. Fueled by disappointment and rage, Sauha's cruelty knew no bounds as he unleashed his rage upon the defenseless Saki,
As the days dragged on, Sauha's impatience reached a boiling point, his frustration. as he sought to lure Leo into his grasp. With callous intent, he orchestrated a grotesque display of humiliation, stripping Saki of her clothing and using her as his personal slave as bait to ensnare his prey. Leo's blood boiled at the sight of such cruelty, his resolve hardening with each agonizing moment endured by his beloved.
With only five kilometers remaining in his journey, Leo pressed on through the darkness, his determination unyielding despite the obstacles that lay ahead. Cloaked in shadows, he lay in wait outside the designated address, his senses keenly attuned to the slightest hint of danger.
Suddenly, Leo's mind was shattered by the sight of Saki, bound, and battered, her cries echoing through the night. With a surge of adrenaline, he sprang into action, crashing through the window with reckless abandon. Emerging unscathed from the chaos, he confronted Sauha and his cohorts with steely resolve, his words dripping with contempt as he faced his nemesis head-on. "Did you miss me, you motherfucker?" he growled, his fury unleashed upon those who dared to harm his beloved.
Sauha's sadistic laughter filled the air, a chilling sensation to Leo's ears as he faced off against the onslaught of gang members. With a flick of his wrist, Sauha commanded his men to seize Leo, their numbers overwhelming even his formidable strength. Undeterred, Leo fought with a ferocity born of desperation, each blow landing with the force of his pent-up rage. But against such odds, his efforts seemed futile, his body soon succumbing to the relentless barrage of attacks.
Despite his valiant struggle, Leo found himself outnumbered and outmatched, the weight of his adversaries bearing down upon him. With a final act of defiance, he drew his weapon, the deafening roar of gunfire shattering the tense silence. The gang members recoiled in shock and dismay, their resolve faltering in the face of Leo's unwavering determination.
As the dust settled, only a handful remained,
Juko called out to Sauha to stop the fight, but Sauha responded with a resounding "No." Ignoring Juko's plea, Sauha unleashed a devastating blow, striking Juko with a forceful punch that rendered him unconscious.
In the wake of the chaos, Leo stood alone against his foes, his resolve unbroken despite the odds stacked against him. With Saki's fate hanging in the balance, he prepared to face whatever challenges lay ahead, his determination to rescue her unwavering in the face of adversity.
END OF CHAPTER 9
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