Chapter Forty seven

Just as Demetrius finished his sentence, a thunderous crash echoed through the room as the door splintered open, revealing Rueben and Martha standing on the other side. Their faces were filled with concern and determination as they watched the scene before them.

"Demetrius, it's over," Rueben declared firmly, his voice resonating with authority. "You've gone too far this time. Release Naomi and surrender yourself to the authorities."

Demetrius's eyes widened in shock and disbelief, his grip on me finally loosening. He seemed momentarily paralyzed, his grand plan crumbling before his eyes. The realization of his impending downfall washed over him, and his face contorted into a mixture of rage and desperation.

"No! You cannot stop me!" He bellowed, his voice trembling with a manic fervor. "I've come too far to back down now. This world is mine for the taking!"

Martha's usual gentle demeanor was replaced by a steely resolve, and she stepped forward. "Demetrius, you are not invincible. Yo