Blake, drifting in and out of consciousness, felt a warm hand holding hers. When she finally opened her eyes, the blurred figure of a man hovered over her, his features indistinct.

As Blake was rushed into the emergency room, Olivia stood beside Liam, who appeared visibly pale and concerned. Olivia said, "Don't worry, she'll be okay. Liam, you don't look so good. Are you alright?"

Liam, clutching his stomach and leaning against a wall, suddenly collapsed.

"Liam!" Olivia exclaimed in alarm.

In a lawless region of Northern Myanmar, Kevin found himself in a familiar location.

"Kevin, news from Ventropolis. Blake is safe and has been taken to the hospital," one of his men reported, showing him a photo.

Kevin glanced at the photo and, while wiping a cold steel dagger, ordered, "These are no longer needed here. Dispose of them."

"Right away." one of Kevin's men responded.

The setting sun cast a golden glow over the reed-filled pond and stilt houses, creating a picturesque yet dangero