The rain poured down, turning the road muddy.

Squatting, Hugo lifted Richard's chin, rainwater streaming down. "You look quite a mess, Rick. Even I'm starting to feel sorry for you," he said, tightening his grip.

"What's your game? Just spit it out." Richard snapped, breaking free and staring fearlessly at Hugo.

"You're still stubborn, Rick. Aren't you afraid I'll kill you?" Hugo drew a knife, tapping it lightly against Richard's cheek. His movements were gentle, almost as if he were using a handkerchief.

"I don't care." Richard's gaze seemed distant, as if focused on Pearl in the car. She sat draped in Hugo's coat, emotions flickering in her eyes.

to die, I can grant that wish," Hugo said, pressing the knife

promised to

now that you're pleading for him, aren't you afraid

shook her head, her lips pressed tight. "I'm not afraid because I know you're a man of your word. You promised me, and I

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course. Since you asked, I won't hurt him." Hugo

taking off her coat and handing it to Hugo. "Why don't you put this

faltered. "I've told you, I don't

him. I'm worried. It's better for both of us if he's

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