His desperation fueled him, pushing him forward as he plotted his next move. He had to outsmart the thieves, find Coco, and escape this twisted jungle trap before it was too late.
Gabriel, pressed further into the shadows, felt a mix of terror and helplessness. His heart pounded as he watched the scene unfold. He wanted desperately to find Coco, but the presence of armed men and their organized aggression made any attempt at heroism far too dangerous.