Noctis grunts in pain as his arm is wrenched behind him, his weapon vanishing as he feels the cool tinge of metal against the skin of his throat. Still, he struggles against the hold, teeth gritted and eyes ablaze with hate.

No! It can't end like this! Everyone is counting on him! Dad, Luna, Iggy... too many have made sacrifices for him. He can't fail them now!

"You wouldn't dare!" He replies in a low growl, head tipped back to avoid the blade's edge.