Chapter 202. Attackers

The name left his lips in a hoarse whisper, barely audible over the pounding of blood in his ears. The darkness closing in around him felt suffocating, each beat of his heart a thunderous reminder of his waning strength.

But Priyank wasn't finished yet. His resolve hardened as he fought to stay conscious. He couldn't afford to lose here—not with Priya's life at stake.

He lashed out blindly, his hand managing to catch the assassin's wrist, stopping the blade from cutting deeper into his throat. With a surge of adrenaline-fueled strength, he twisted, forcing the weapon away from his neck.

The assassin grunted in surprise, momentarily thrown off balance. Priyank used that brief opening to drive his elbow into the attacker's ribs. He heard a crack and the man gasped, loosening his grip just enough for Priyank to break free.

Stumbling to his feet, Priyank turned to face his assailants, vision swimming but determination unyielding. He couldn't dwell on his pain. He