[He can't turn to get Scorpius in his sights, but he also has no intention of going down without a struggle. Or, frankly, with listening to a word Scorpius has to say. Alex thinks about what's going to happen after this - who's going to be hurt - and redoubles his efforts, trying to shake Scorpius off with all his strength.]
[This isn't like when Royce killed him. This isn't about fear or loss or confusion. This is deliberate. This is cruel.]
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[This isn't like when Royce killed him. This isn't about fear or loss or confusion. This is deliberate. This is cruel.]