Lily had been so absorbed in the card game that she lost track of time. Hours slipped away unnoticed; their passing obscured by the intensity of the game.

But as the evening wore on Lily's attention was drawn to Camelia who sat beside Fergus. Seeing them together reminded her of Bell and Katniss and a sudden pang of worry gripped her heart. She scanned the room, her eyes darting from one corner to another searching for any sign of her friends.

"They haven't returned yet." Lily said her voice tinged with concern.

The gravity of the situation became apparent as a knot formed in the pit of her stomach. She knew that if something had gone awry Bell and Katniss would have reached out to her. Their silence only deepened her apprehension.

Determined to unravel the mystery Lily decided to contact Katniss. The air grew heavy with anticipation but there was no answer. She tried repeatedly; each attempt met with the same disheartening outcome. The room seemed to close in around her as worry gnawed at her mind.

Closing her eyes Lily took a deep breath and contacted Bell.

As if in response to her silent plea the system, ever watchful, alerted her to Bell's location. Her eyes snapped open fixating on the blinking red dot on her interface. The capital city far from their current surroundings revealed itself as the destination. It was a distance that seemed insurmountable, but Lily's determination burned brighter than ever.

Standing up she locked eyes with her friends, her expression grave yet resolute. The weight of the situation settled upon her shoulders, but she refused to be consumed by fear.

Aaron stood up without hesitation, his eyes filled with determination. The others, sensing the urgency and unwavering resolve within Lily followed suit.

"Lily I'm going with you." William said his voice filled with deep concern. His unwavering support sent a surge of gratitude through her, but she couldn't risk putting them all in danger.

"Thank you, William," she replied, her voice laced with appreciation. "but I need you and the others to stay here to keep an eye on things. I'll find them and bring them back."

William nodded understanding the weight of her words.

They departed with Arba, the wind rushing past them as they flew swiftly towards the location provided by the system. The night air grew colder, and the city's sounds faded into a distant murmur as they descended into a dimly lit alley. The stench of decay and despair hung heavy in the air assaulting their senses.

As they approached their hearts sank at the sight before them. Two figures lay sprawled on the cold ground stripped completely naked and covered in bruises scratches and seeping wounds. Bell and Katniss, their battered bodies bore the marks of a brutal and unforgiving ordeal. Red handprints on their legs and the sickly odor emanating from them told a grim tale of abuse and violation.

With a mixture of horror and determination Lily and the others rushed to their sides. Carefully they wrapped the girls in warm blankets shielding them from the harsh reality that had befallen them. Gently lifting their fragile forms, they carried them back home, their steps infused with a fierce protectiveness.

Once inside the somber ambiance of the room gave way to a sense of urgency. They placed Bell and Katniss in a large bathtub, its pristine white surface in stark contrast to the darkness that had marred their lives. With utmost care they cleansed their battered bodies, each tender touch, an act of healing and restoration. The warm water washed away the physical reminders of their torment offering solace and renewal.

In the sanctuary of their shared space the girls stirred their eyes fluttering open to meet the compassionate gazes of Lily, William, Aaron, and Dean. Emotions swirled within them, relief gratitude and a deep-rooted shame.

"Um... Sorry we failed." Katniss managed to utter her voice filled with self-condemnation.

Lily, her voice laced with love and understanding enveloped Katniss in a comforting embrace. "Your lives are more important than that tea. We're just happy you're here with us."

Turning her gaze to Bell, she offered her a reassuring smile. "Take your time Bell. When you're ready we're here to listen."

And so, with trust and support enveloping the room Bell and Katniss began to share their harrowing account. Their voices trembled as they recounted the horrors they had endured. They spoke of a large group of men their sinister intentions disguised as a Halloween party invitation. When the girls declined and tried to escape, they were relentlessly pursued. Overwhelmed and outnumbered the men unleashed a method to suppress their powers rendering them defenseless.

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After they were used, they were thrown outside and subjected to humiliation, being urinated on and mocked with disgraceful words. They were forced to drink their own urine as well. They were kicked and beaten with all sorts of tools. They eventually passed out and didn't remember anything until Lily and the others rescued them.

Lily's voice quivered with anger as she uttered. "Tch. Those men were worse than swine." The intensity of her emotions was palpable, causing her body to tremble with a mix of fury and disgust. As the realization sunk in the group exchanged concerned glances questioning the origin of these men and the prevalent guild parties that seemed to be infiltrating every corner.

"It's Twilight I'm sure of it." Katniss interjected her voice laced with certainty.

Memories of a golden flag emblazoned with the Twilight Guild's emblem flashed in her mind connecting the dots.

Dean his face twisted with a combination of anger and revulsion added, "That guild is infamous for harboring perverse and sex-obsessed individuals. It's predominantly comprised of men, and I've heard disturbing rumors about the girls in their guild engaging in orgies with them."

Lily's thoughts raced knowing that approaching their guild master would likely result in mockery and dismissal. She understood that it was up to her to take matters into her own hands and deliver a punishment so severe that it would reverberate through their entire guild.

Seeking a solution, she turned to the system.

"Is there a way to track all these men?" she asked, a glimmer of hope igniting in her eyes.

The system's response was swift.

"Place your hand on their heads and I can lock their faces" it offered its voice resonating with a calm yet determined tone.

Lily wasted no time, her hands gently resting on the heads of Bell and Katniss their connection through blood intensifying the process. Seconds ticked by as the system diligently worked its digital consciousness processing the information. Finally, it spoke, a surge of relief flowing through Lily's veins.

"I've found them all. They're currently at a party." the system announced transmitting the location with urgency.

A sense of gratitude washed over Lily knowing that she had a lead to pursue. However, she realized that Bell and Katniss needed time to recover from their ordeal.

Turning to her wounded friends she assured them, "Stay here rest and heal. We’ll handle this."

With resolve burning in her eyes Lily rose from her seat and made her way to the living room where her friends anxiously awaited news. The atmosphere was charged, their anticipation mingled with a simmering anger that hung heavy in the air.

As she relayed the horrifying events that Bell and Katniss had endured a collective wave of fury washed over the group their emotions merging into a potent mixture of outrage and determination.

"Those fucking men. I hate that guild." Callista spat her voice dripping with venomous rage.

Robin's voice carried a tone of concern as he questioned "What will you do with them Lily?"

Pausing for a moment to gather her thoughts Lily contemplated her next move carefully. She knew of Ezekiel's notorious reputation for placing bounties on individuals without just cause. In this instance, however, she saw an opportunity to harness his methods for a righteous cause. With a resolute expression she contacted Ezekiel. The call connected and his voice filled the air.

"Hello Lily. What can I do for you?" he inquired, his tone curious and expectant.

In response Lily's voice turned icy and unyielding as she declared "I need you to put bounties on a lot of people."

A brief pause ensued, and Ezekiel's curiosity piqued as he probed further, "What happened?"

"There are a bunch of men from the Twilight Guild who attacked two of my girls." Lily stated, her voice cutting through the air with an icy resolve.

Ezekiel's response lingered in silence, the weight of the revelation settling upon him as he processed the unexpected information.

"Twilight doesn't attack girls. They only..." His words trailed off the unspoken implications hanging heavily in the air.

Lily's mind raced contemplating her next move. She knew that confronting their guild master directly would yield no results as she lacked the reputation and backing to command their attention. However, she had a cunning plan brewing in her mind one that would not only seek justice but also secure her leverage.

A mischievous smile carved upon her lips as she calmly replied, "Actually I have another idea."

Ezekiel's concern was palpable as he inquired "What do you plan to do with them?"

Lily's eyes sparkled with a mixture of determination and satisfaction as she answered, her voice dripping with anticipation, "I think I'll go on a picnic instead, so I don't need your help."

Meanwhile Ace stood in a corner of the bustling party next to Ezekiel, a sense of unease washing over him as he witnessed the shifting atmosphere around him.

"What's going on?" Ace asked his worry etched across his face.

Ezekiel quickly filled him in on the distressing events and Ace's concern deepened his thoughts, immediately turning to William.

"William should be with her" he remarked, his voice laced with urgency.

Ezekiel nodded in agreement his gaze fixed on Lily, his voice filled with determination. "Is William there?"

Lily standing among her friends in the living room confirmed, "Yes he's here."

Understanding the gravity of the situation, Ezekiel offered his unwavering support, his voice laced with a mixture of concern and determination. "Okay. After you've carried out your plan let me know what you've done so I can assist you in the best possible way."

Lily expressed her gratitude for his offer assuring him that she would provide an update later. With a commanding presence she surveyed her friends in the room, her gaze filled with unwavering resolve.

She donned her dragon mask and with a steely tone she said. "Let's go hunting."