Time ➳ BTS

23 | Desperate duel

Someone swiftly rushed past you, reaching out and grabbing Aurora's hand just in time to prevent her from falling off the train to her death. Your eyes widened in shock at the sight of the person who had just saved the little girl.

Before you could fully process what had happened, the female lunged at the male savior. Instinctively, you tackled her to the ground, stopping her in her tracks. "Oh no you don't!" you exclaimed, holding her down firmly.

You were also vigilant that either of you were at risk of falling off the train. Holding her in a headlock while you were on top of her, you wrapped your legs around her thighs so she couldn't move.

The only thing you forgot about were her arms. As a result, she was able to elbow you with a lot of force in the face, leaving you momentarily vulnerable. She used this opportunity to wiggle out of your grip and jump a few meters away, hand in front of her and in a fighting stance.

You groaned, rubbing your face before getting up shakily. "Ah shit, that hurt." The female's stance slightly loosened up when you spoke.

You glanced to the side, checking up on the pair. "Jimin!" you screamed, making sure he could hear you clearly through the wind. His head snapped towards you, Aurora curled up in his arms. "Get yourself and Aurora out of here!" you shouted, your voice barely cutting through the roaring noise of the speeding train.

Jimin hesitated for a moment, his eyes wide with concern, before nodding resolutely.

Hearing footsteps running on metal behind you, you whipped your head around just in time to duck a punch. While ducking, she was able to jump over you and head for her next targets. Your breath hitched in your throat when you realized what she was going for.

Since Jimin and Aurora had a bit of trouble walking on top of the train with the strong wind rushing past, it was even harder to get down. The fact that they had to go through the window again made the situation even worse.

"Jimin, look out!" you shouted, jumping back on your feet and rushing to stop the female.

Jimin panicked, seeing the woman heading for him and the child. He lifted the little girl up into his arms and broke out into a run in the opposite direction. Aurora continued to cry in his embrace, scared and clinging to him tightly.

The female closed in on them, her movements swift and relentless. You pushed yourself harder, desperate to catch up and intervene before she could reach them. The wind whipped against your face, but you forced yourself to focus, each step bringing you closer to Jimin and Aurora.

Just as the female was within striking distance of Jimin, you lunged forward, tackling her to the side. Both of you tumbled across the train's roof, struggling for control. You managed to pin her down momentarily, your eyes locking onto Jimin's terrified gaze.

"Get inside now!" you yelled, giving him the chance he needed to find safety for himself and Aurora.

You both rolled around for a while, trying to get the other in a grip. Your heart pounded as she managed to push the upper part of your body off the train. Tilting your head, you gulped, seeing the ground rushing past beneath you.

Panic surged through you, but you forced yourself to focus.

"Hit the front of her throat, that will leave her open."

With gritted teeth, you slammed your fist into her throat. The female immediately let go, a choking sound escaping her lips as you stepped away from her crouching figure.

"How much time do I have left?" you asked Guk while eyeing the still mysterious woman who began to slowly stand up.

"Six minutes at most," Guk responded.