Last Hope

Episode 22

And soon a man pushed the old woman violently, making her fall.

Tony's Boy: "Shut up, grandma! You are all guilty of being part of this settlement! We will punish you all!"

Old Lady: "No, we don't know anything! We're just ordinary citizens trying to survive here!"

Tony firmly approached the old woman, his gaze filled with cruel intent.

Tony: "You have no right to beg for mercy! Violence is the only language they understand!"

The other residents, fearing a similar fate, began to kneel and beg for mercy.

Resident 1: "Please, Tony! We don't know what's going on. We are the victims here!"

Residents 2: "We don't want war. We want to live in peace!"

Tony stared at them with a cynical look, enjoying the fear and suffering he created.

Tony: "You all want to live in peace? Peace is no more in this world! Only strength will survive!"

Tony's men, not wanting Tony to lose control, execute one resident without mercy.

Tony's Fruit: "This is punishment for your guilty group! Lessons for others!"

That cruel act strengthened the fear in the hearts of the remaining residents. They knelt, cried, and begged Tony for forgiveness.

Resident 3: "Please, Tony! Please forgive us! We'll do whatever you ask!"

Inhabitants 4: "We will kill anyone who tries to fight you! Please, give us a chance!"

Tony enjoyed the scene, feeling power over those who were now bowing before him.

Tony: "You have realized our strength. Start working to give inventory taxes to me, this group might, just maybe, you guys will get a little mercy."

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Tony and his group continue on their way to the next village, on their way through a quiet and dark forest. A tense atmosphere enveloped the group, as if they felt the presence of something terrifying.

Suddenly, a low rumbling and boisterous voice came from behind them. Before they could react, a group of zombies appeared quickly, attacking them viciously. The sounds of screams and shouts were mixed between the clanking of weapons and the rapid clattering of steps.

Tony, with his overflowing cruelty, enjoyed the sight. He moved with deadly speed and skill, destroying the zombies without mercy. His eyes filled with a thirst for blood, like a tiger hunting its prey.

Tony: "There's nowhere for you to hide! Rachel, Anna, come out if you dare!"

The sound of Tony's screams echoed near the settlement, creating a gripping atmosphere. The previously silent and peaceful village was now tinged with chaos and fear.

Some residents who heard tony's voice hid inside their homes, closing doors and windows in uncontrollable fear. They heard Tony's screams, and their faces were filled with horror.

Resident 1: "Oh no, Tony has arrived! We're all gonna die!"

Inhabitants 2: "What should we do? Should we give up?"

But behind their fear, there is a desire to survive. Some residents gathered courage and tried to find a safe hiding place.

Resident 3: "We must seek shelter. Don't let Tony find us!"

Resident 4: "Let's move fast before he finds us! Our lives are in our own hands!"

With a pounding heart, there were some residents trying to hide under the floor of the house. They hope to escape Tony's deadly sight.

Meanwhile, Tony continues to walk across the village, destroying the zombies that stand in his way. His gaze was filled with blood lust, a thirst for revenge. He felt an uncontrollable sense of satisfaction when he finished off those zombies.

Tony: "Rahel, Anna, I know you're hiding?"

In a state of panic and fear, the villagers gathered at the center of their settlement. They whisper to each other and tell stories of the terror of Tony and his group's invincibility.

Inhabitants 1: "What should we do? They're gonna slaughter us all!"

Inhabitants 2: "We can't just sit idly by and give up. We have to fight!"

Inhabitants 3: "But how? They're so strong and cruel."

Suddenly, a wise and experienced man appeared amidst the crowd. He was the leader of the village, known for his courage and wisdom.

Village Leader: "Listen to everyone! We can't just give up. We should try to negotiate with Tony and his group."

Residents 4: "But what can we offer them? They just want blood and destruction."

Village Leader: "We will offer them something valuable to them. Something that could make them consider a peace offer."

Residents 6: "But will they agree? They look so bloodthirsty."

Village Leader: "We don't know until we try. If we can come to an agreement with them, maybe we can save our lives."

With courage and determination, the village leader leads an entourage of residents who prepare to confront Tony's cruelty. They looked forward to the tony group walking closer to the entrance of the settlement with a thumping heart, ready to face the cruelty and violence carried by Tony.

Village Leader: "Tony! We want to talk to you! Let's find a way of peace between us."

Tony: "Peace? Do you dare to face me? I'm looking for someone you're hiding to take Anna and Rachel and your villagers who dare to fight me!"

Village Leader: "Tony, listen to me. There's no such thing as Rachel and Anna here. We're not hiding anyone. Our village was peaceful before your arrival!"

Tony, with a face full of anger, stared intently at the leader of the village. He felt humiliated and provoked by the refusal of the village leader.

Tony: "Don't lie to me! I know they're here! Don't try to hide the truth!"

Tony grabbed a villager standing nearby, pulling him violently before the village leader.

Tony: "Tell me, where are the two of them? If you lie, the consequences will be very bad for your people."

The citizens trapped in Tony's clutches trembled in fear, trying to explain to Tony that the village leader wasn't lying. However, Tony's loud screams and threats continued to flow like an unstoppable current.

Residents: "Tony, please... I don't know what you mean. The village leader did not lie! We don't know who Rachel and Anna are!"

Tony's mistrust is mounting. He felt betrayed and lost control of his emotions. Without hesitation, he stomped his weapon at the citizen, sending pain and despair flashed across his face. Tony's actions made the entire populace who watched him groan in deep fear.

Village Leader: "Tony, please, trust me. We don't know who Rachel and Anna are. We just want to keep our lives that are left."

Citizen: "I don't know what you mean. The village leader did not lie! We don't know who Rachel and Anna are!"

Tony: "You dare lie to me?! This is the price you will pay!"

Without mercy, Tony unsheathed his weapon and shot the villagers, taking his life cruelly in the presence of the village leader and other citizens. The atmosphere became gripping, and fear grew increasingly smoldering among the villagers.

Village Leader: "Stop! Stop, Tony! I'll talk to you."

The village leader tries to calm Tony down and invites him to speak peacefully, trying to control the overflowing anger within him.

Village Leader: "Tony, let's find a better way out. I don't want to see my villagers suffer because of this dispute. Let me help find a satisfactory solution for both sides."

Tony stared intently at the entire village.although still fiery in his anger, feeling there was wisdom in the words of the village leader. He controlled himself for a moment and listened to the proposed negotiation offer

Village Leader: "Tony, I beg you! I'm willing to negotiate with you. We'll provide the supplies we've agreed to before, and we'll double the amount."

Tony was silent for a moment to hear the village leader's offer. His anger and thirst for blood may be muffled by the offer.

Village Leader: "I understand your anger, Tony. We can find a mutually beneficial path. Let me prove my goodwill. Together, we can temper your anger and keep the peace here."

Tony: "Okay, I'll give you a chance. But remember, if you're hiding Rachel and Anna, then I'll finish you all without mercy!"

Village Leader: "We won't let you down, Tony. We will fulfill our consent and give what we have agreed."

The village leader and Tony shook hands, reaching a provisional agreement. Though fear still plagues the villagers, they hope that the treaty can free them from Tony's horrifying terror.

Tony: (while smiling cynically) "Alright, the leader of the village. I hope you know the consequences of breaking this promise. I want all the supplies we've agreed on, no less, no more."

Village Leader: (fear) "Sure, Tony. We will double the amount of supplies we promised. We'll try to fulfill it as soon as possible."

Tony: (Laughs satisfied) "HAHAHA,, that's great. You know, village leader, this is the right move for you. If you can keep your word, maybe you and your people can stay alive."

Village Leader: (shaking) "We'll do our best, Tony. We don't want to get involved in a bigger conflict."

Tony: (manipulative laugh) "Good, good. We can be good friends, can't we? I hope you guys appreciate this opportunity."

Villagers: (feeling terrified and anxious) "Please, Tony, give us some time to gather supplies. We don't want to see blood anymore."

Tony: (while observing citizens with manipulative smiles) "Sure, sure. I'll give you enough time. But remember, if you dare to betray our deal, then you know what's going to happen."

Tony walked away from the village chief and the villagers who were still frightened. His manipulative smile and his ostensibly respectful attitude towards the agreement made them feel uneasy. Tony enjoys the situation, shows his terrible power and overwhelms them with a fear that envelops their hearts.

Village Leader: (whispering to the villagers) "We must be careful. Tony is an unexpected monster. We can only hope that this agreement will make him satisfied."

Villagers: (smiling weakly) "We must strive to fulfill his request. Our lives depend on him now."

Tony, too, left by giving the impression of his familiar appearance and pretending to be good, precipitating his power in the second settlement. He enjoyed his manipulative role which made the villagers fearful and obedient. For them, the safety of life depends on their obedience to Tony, a figure who turns into a terrifying force in their lives.