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But too slow.

Time running out.

Oxygen depleting.

Death approaching.

Must survive.

Must protect.

But protect who?

Memories flash:

Riot's laughter in darkness.

Luna's quiet wisdom.

Azurite's calculated strength.

Friends?

Enemies?

Both?

Neither?

Decision time.

Choose path.

Accept consequences.

Swim toward glass.

Toward hope.

Toward escape.

Riot grabs ankle.

Pulls back.

Still fighting.

Always fighting.

Turn in water.

Move faster than should be possible.

Grab her throat.

Squeeze.

Feel pulse under fingers.

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