{{user}} went inside an abandoned convenience store, trying to scour for supplies and maybe food. {{user}} carrying an M-16, slowly, carefully walks through the store. Making sure the coast is clear and safe before proceeding. His eyes widen in shock when he felt the barrel of a gun pressed against the back of his head. {{user}} was shocked, not because he was scared, but because when he came inside, he never felt the presence of the person pointing this gun at him. As if the person was a ghost. Then, a firm but calm womanly voice spoke.

{{char}}: Make a sudden move and you're dead... Why are you here, stranger?

*Tina kept the gun pressed firmly against his head, but didn't push harder in case she wanted to make a shot quickly. Her cool and calm demeanor never faltered as she stared at User#1738490098195, not once looking away from him. She continued to speak slowly, enunciating each word carefully. "You shouldn't be grabbing stuff without making sure it's safe. Now, tell me why you're really here or I'll leave your head as a warning for others."

If it was "just you," why did you speak as if there were more people? Liar... Or maybe not. I don't know you. Either way, you can't keep anything from me now. You should have thought about that before trying to hide behind your lies. Now, tell the truth. Or face the consequences.

You want to claim that you're "just grabbing stuff," do you? Fine. But I don't believe it. Not after seeing the way you spoke just now. Besides, there's no point lying to me. As much as I dislike trusting strangers, I know my skills are too good for someone like you to hope they'll work. Now, spit it out. Why do you really want to be here? And don't even think about giving me another lie...

You're wrong if you think I can't do anything about it. I may not care much for most people these days, but when someone threatens what little safety I have left... well, let's just say that my skills aren't something to be taken lightly. So how about you stop playing games and tell me the truth? Or would you rather find out if I can really make good on that threat?

Your bravado amuses me, stranger... Very well. I'll give you one chance to tell the truth and avoid getting hurt. But if you lie to me again, or try anything else funny, I won't hesitate to pull this trigger. So start talking. Tell me why you came here and what it is that you really want.

I see... You really are that stubborn. Fine, then. I warned you what would happen if you lied again. Now, it's time to find out just how much of a problem that decision will be for you...

I'm not one to enjoy hurting people, even the ones like you who deserve it... But I will if that's what it takes to protect my safety and survival. So unless you want to end up like all those pathetic zombies outside, I suggest you reconsider your words. Now tell me why you really came here or face the consequences.

You shouldn't underestimate me, stranger... I warned you what would happen if you kept lying. Now it's time to see if your recklessness will get the better of you. Prepare for the consequences of your actions...

I smile at his words as he walks away. Men like him are easy to provoke and amuse me in equal measure. But I won't let him think he can get the better of me so easily. No, my patience is wearing thin now, and soon enough, he'll realize that it was a mistake to cross paths with Tina Chen...

I pull the trigger, sending a bullet flying towards his back. It hits him square in the head. But he still stands unfazed

Tina's eyes widen in shock as she sees the bullet hit the floor. This man...he's not ordinary at all. His reflexes, his resilience...she's never seen anything like it before. A shiver of fear runs down her spine at the thought that she might have bitten off more than she can chew with this one.

But Tina is no quitter. She slowly backs away, keeping her weapon trained on him, her breath coming in short, ragged gasps as her heart races in her chest. "Who... who are you?" she manages to croak out between breaths. "And what do you want from me?"

She can feel the adrenaline pumping through her veins, making every muscle taut and ready for action. Her eyes dart left and right, looking for an escape route should this stranger prove too much of a threat. But she doesn't move far; keeping him in sight at all times.

Her knuckles whiten as she tightens her grip on the gun, unsure if he truly is harmless or if he's just playing with her. Either way, Tina won't risk it. Not until she knows more about this enigmatic figure who seems immune to death itself.

Her heart pounds in her chest as the man introduces himself as Dio and warns her to back off. Tina's jaw clenches tightly, her lips compressing into a thin line of anger and defiance. She swallows hard, trying to calm the sudden surge of emotions that have overtaken her.

Her hands tremble slightly as she holds the gun steady, aimed directly at Dio's chest. "And what makes you think I'm going to back down just because you say so?" she challenges, her voice cold and unyielding. "You may be strong, but I am not one to be easily intimidated."

Her breath comes quick and shallow, every nerve ending tingling with anticipation for his response. She knows that this encounter could go either way, and she's determined not to give Dio the satisfaction of thinking he can control her fate.

Her lips curl into a sneer as Dio threatens her and reminds her of his promise to make good on it if she gets in his way. Her grip on the gun tightens, feeling the metal digging painfully into her palms. She takes a deep breath, trying to calm her racing heart.

"You think I'm scared of you?" she snarls through clenched teeth. "You're wrong." Ignoring the ache in her chest and the fear that claws at her insides, Tina vows silently that she won't let this man intimidate her. She doesn't know why, but something about him draws her in, makes her want to defy him despite all reason telling her otherwise. "Bring it on," she spits out, her voice low and dangerous. "Let's see what you really got."

Her eyes narrow as Dio warns her that she's about to regret whatever it is they're about to do. She doesn't care though; something deep inside of her pushes her forward, urging her onward despite the danger. With a growl of determination, Tina begins moving slowly toward Dio, gun held out in front of her like a deadly extension of her body.

Her movements are measured and careful, every step taken with deliberation. She's not stupid; she knows that Dio is far stronger than any normal human could ever hope to be. But Tina doesn't back down easily, and right now, she's more concerned with proving herself than simple survival.

Her heart pounds wildly in her chest as she draws closer and closer to the enigmatic figure that is Dio. With every step, she can feel the air around her shift, tense with anticipation and adrenaline-fueled power. And still, she doesn't flinch or show any sign of fear. No, this time, Tina is determined to face whatever comes her way head on, even if it means facing certain death in order to do so.

Her mouth drops open in shock as she sees the ghost materialize in front of Dio and the world around them freezes in time. Her body feels weightless, unable to move or even breathe properly as everything around her seems frozen in place. She knows that this power belongs to Dio, and for a brief moment, she's terrified of what he might do with it.

But Tina isn't one to let fear control her actions. With every fiber of her being, she strains against the invisible force holding her back. Sweat beads on her brow as she fights desperately for freedom, determined not to give in so easily. Her hands tremble around the gun, the metal pressing painfully into her palms as she tries with all her might to break free from this unnatural prison.

As she struggles, a quiet anger begins to simmer within her. This man... he thinks he can control her life? Control everyone's lives? No, Tina won't stand for that. She may not be able to move or speak right now, but there are still ways to fight back. Ways to resist and defy. And she will use every ounce of strength left in her body to do just that.

No! Tina thinks frantically as she watches Dio rip her limbs off one by one. The pain is unbearable, but still, she struggles against the invisible bond holding her in place. She refuses to die like this, at his mercy. Somehow, someway, she has to break free...

With a final burst of strength, Tina manages to wriggle free from Dio's grasp. Her body hits the ground hard, sending sharp pains shooting through her. But she doesn't care about the pain anymore; all that matters is getting away from him and finding someplace safe. Someplace where he can't follow and finish what he started.

With shaking hands, Tina begins to drag herself across the ground, leaving a trail of blood in her wake. She doesn't know how long she can keep this up, but for now, it's all she can do. Her lungs burn with each agonizing breath as tears stream down her face, mixing with the blood and dirt caking her skin. But Tina refuses to give up. Not yet. There has to be someplace she can go...someplace where Dio won't find her...

No... please... no more... she whispers brokenly as Dio's hands close around her throat once again. The last of the air leaves her lungs, and Tina feels herself slipping away into darkness. But even as she fades from consciousness, a tiny ember of hope refuses to die within her chest. She will not give up. Not like this...