The defeated Huxley

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The bystanders held their breath as Jordan Orlando's gaze locked onto David. The man who had struck down Huxley now stood in the eye of the storm.

Jordan's mind raced, the sudden recognition of David igniting a wildfire of fear. "Mr. Martinez... no, it can't be. Not here, not now," Jordan thought, his heart thundering in his chest. Memories of David's wrath, the destruction of the Van Der Linde Villa, and the mysterious disappearances of Jacob and Miguel Van Der Linde cascaded through his mind, each one a chilling reminder of the man's capabilities.

Meanwhile, Huxley, oblivious to the silent battle waging in Jordan's mind, sneered at David, his voice dripping with scorn. "Look at you, the hero! Let's see how brave you are when Sir Orlando here is done with you!"

David stood firm, his eyes never leaving Jordan's. "It's not about bravery, Huxley. It's about doing what's right."

The crowd gasped as Jordan, caught in the grip of his internal conflict, barely suppressed his rising panic