Robby was gasping for air, his face pale as he clutched his side. "It's... hard," he rasped, his words barely audible.

"Okay, just focus on me," Alessia said quickly, her voice steady despite the panic clawing at her chest. She placed her hands gently on his face, forcing him to look at her. "Breathe in through your nose, slow and steady. Come on, you can do it."

Robby tried, his breaths shaky and uneven at first. Alessia stayed close, her forehead almost touching his as she guided him.

"That's it. You're doing great," she whispered, her hand lightly rubbing his back to comfort him.

After a few moments, Robby's breathing began to even out, though he still winced with every inhale. "I'm okay," he managed, though his voice was strained.

"You're not okay," Alessia said firmly, her hand still on his cheek as she studied his face. "You're hurt, Robby. That move-Kenny could've seriously injured you."

Robby tried to smile, though it was weak and lopsided. "I've been through worse," he said, attempting to downplay the pain.

Alessia shook her head, her eyes glistening with unshed tears. "Don't do that. Don't act like you're invincible."

Before Robby could respond, the sounds of the ongoing fight drew their attention.

Alessia glanced up, her expression hardening as she saw more chaos erupting around them.

"I need to get you out of here," she said, her tone decisive.
"No," Robby said, his voice stronger now as he pushed himself up with her help. "I'm not leaving. They need me."

Alessia wanted to argue, but the determination in his eyes stopped her. She sighed, supporting him as he got to his feet. "Fine, but stay close to me. If you get hit like that again..." Her voice broke slightly, but she quickly recovered. "I'm not letting you out of my sight."

Robby nodded, managing a small smile. "You're amazing, you know that?"

Alessia rolled her eyes but couldn't hide the faint blush on her cheeks. "Yeah, well, you're lucky I am."

Alessia's eyes darted around the room, assessing the chaotic scene unfolding before her. Eli and Demetri had just emerged from upstairs, their faces flushed with exhaustion and relief. Eli's subtle nod was all she needed to see to know that they had secured the evidence they needed. But before she could fully relax, Kyler lunged at Eli, catching him off guard.

A sharp punch to Eli's back sent him staggering forward, and the iPad, which had been crucial for uploading the video evidence, flew out of Eli's grasp and skidded across the floor.

"Anthony! Grab it!" Alessia shouted, her voice cutting through the din of battle. Anthony, who was nearby, quickly snapped to attention. He spotted the iPad at his feet and snatched it up just in time.

"Get him!" Kenny's voice rang out, his tone strained as he held his side, clearly in pain from an earlier confrontation.

"Protect the egg!" Miguel yelled, his eyes fixed on Anthony as he scrambled to get the iPad functional.

In a flash, Alessiq, Eli, Demetri, Robby, Sam, Miguel, and Tory huddled around Anthony. The tension in the room was palpable as Anthony focused on uploading the video to YouTube. Alessia's attention was divided between watching for any incoming threats and making sure the upload went through.

As the group worked to secure the upload, two Cobra Kai members charged toward Alessia. Without hesitation, Alessia moved into action. She sidestepped a high kick from one opponent, grabbing the attacker's leg and using the momentum to throw him against a nearby wall. The impact was jarring, and the Cobra Kai member crumpled to the floor.

The second attacker, not deterred by the fate of his comrade, swung a wild punch at Alessia. She ducked and spun, catching the attacker's arm and twisting it behind his back in a firm grip. She used her knee to drive into his side, forcing him to the ground. The attacker struggled, but Alessia maintained her hold until he finally stopped resisting.

With the two attackers subdued, Alessia turned her attention back to Anthony and the group. The tension in the room was still high, but the sight of Anthony's fingers flying over the iPad's screen was a small comfort. They needed to get this footage out to the public, and every second counted.

"Almost there!" Anthony shouted, his focus intense as he navigated the upload process.

Alessia glanced around, noticing the other Cobra Kai members were still regrouping and preparing to reengage. She tightened her stance, ready for whatever came next. With the iPad now safely in Anthony's hands and the video nearing completion, Alessia knew they were on the brink of a crucial victory.

Alessia's eyes darted to the TV, the screen flickering with footage from the security cameras as chaos erupted around her. The room was filled with the clamor of fighting and shouting, but the sight on the screen was a chilling reminder of what was at stake.

Kenny's voice cut through the din with urgency. "They're trapped. Don't let them out!" His command echoed with desperation, and Clementine felt a surge of determination.

In the midst of the turmoil, Alessia felt rough hands grabbing at her, trying to pull her back into the fray. She twisted and turned, shoving at the hands that were trying to restrain her. Each shove was met with resistance, but her resolve was unyielding. She needed to get to her family.

"Nichols. What's on your mind? Excited to take things to the next level?"

"What's the point? You'll just pay to make me champion again. Clementine should've won."

"So you know about the ref. Have you told anyone else?"

"Not yet. So you don't deny it?"

"Not at all. I paid them off to make sure Cobra Kai won. It was an insurance policy. You still won the fight."

"Did I? Because I know Clementine worked her butt off."

"That's it?" Silver's voice cut through the chaotic noise, silencing the room.

Silver's gaze swept over the room with a contemptuous smirk. "That was your big plan, LaRusso?" he taunted. "Breaking into my dojo to steal some footage that changes nothing?" His tone dripped with mockery.

Tory and Robby stepped forward, her expression resolute. "It wasn't his plan. It was ours."

Silver's eyes widened in disbelief. "And it changes everything," Robby added, his voice firm. Silver's expression darkened as he walked toward them, only to abruptly turn away. "Our enemies think they can keep attacking us with no repercussions. And what does the enemy deserve?" he bellowed.

The room fell silent, and Silver's gaze swept across his students, his frustration palpable. "You think I'm the only one willing to go to these lengths? Their senseis broke into my home tonight. My home! Attacked me, unprovoked. But here I am. The only one left standing."

Silver chuckled and turned away. "They think they're entitled to victory because their way is right and our way is wrong. But that's not how it works. There are no morals to the story, no happy endings. Life isn't a fairy tale. It's a competitive sport. Right and wrong, there's no such thing. There are only winners...and losers. Cobra Kai builds winners because we're willing to do whatever it takes to come out on top."

Silver's laughter was cold. He walked over to Daniel, who was watching him with a steely gaze. "Everything you did to try and stop me amounted to nothing but pain. You got your ass kicked, Danny boy," Silver sneered.

Daniel's glare intensified. "Now, you can either accept that... or I can kick it again right now."

Amanda stepped forward, placing a supportive hand on Daniel's shoulder. "We're all with you, Daniel. Do what you have to do." Her voice was a whisper, filled with determination.

The room seemed to hold its breath as everyone stepped back, forming a makeshift ring around Daniel and Silver. The two men faced each other, eyes locked in mutual animosity.

"First, I took care of Chozen. Now you. This is where Miyagi-Do ends," Silver taunted.

Daniel's response was calm but firm. "Miyagi-Do existed before any of us. It'll be around long after we're gone. The roots are strong, so the tree will survive."

Silver's smile was menacing as he swung his fist at Daniel. Daniel blocked the punch effortlessly, his movements precise and calculated. Silver followed with a kick, but Daniel countered with a defensive block. The fight escalated as Silver continued to attack, swinging his arms and legs with relentless aggression. Daniel evaded each strike with fluid grace, his defense impeccable.

Daniel ducked under a wild swing and punched Silver in the chest, forcing him to the ground. Silver groaned in pain but quickly scrambled to his feet. The two continued to circle each other, exchanging blows. Silver's attacks grew more desperate, but Daniel's skill and composure remained unmatched.

In a decisive moment, Daniel executed a perfect crane kick, his foot connecting with Silver's face with stunning force. Silver staggered, grabbing a nearby trophy in a last-ditch effort to defend himself. But as he fell backward, he dropped the trophy, crashing into the glass Cobra Kai sign behind him. The glass shattered, adding to the dramatic spectacle of his defeat.

The Cobra Kai students, their loyalty faltering, walked over to Silver and began removing their Cobra Kai merchandise, dropping it onto his fallen form. The once-feared symbol of Cobra Kai was now being abandoned in a symbolic gesture of its downfall.

Alessia sat on the edge of the open ambulance door, her legs dangling slightly as she watched the aftermath of the chaos unfold outside the Cobra Kai dojo. The flashing red and blue lights of police cars illuminated the night, casting fleeting shadows across the pavement. Paramedics bustled around, checking on those who had been injured in the fight, but Alessia had already waved them off, assuring them she was fine.

Her gaze drifted to the far side of the lot, where Terry Silver was being handcuffed and escorted into the back of a police car. His expression was as cold and unyielding as ever, but for the first time, there was no escaping the consequences. Alessia let out a breath she didn't realize she'd been holding, relief settling over her like a fragile blanket.

Movement in her peripheral vision caught her attention. She turned her head to see Robby walking towards her, his steps slow and deliberate. Her eyes softened as she noticed the way his shoulders sagged, not with physical exhaustion, but with the emotional weight of his failed attempt to talk to Kenny.

Robby glanced up and their eyes met. Without hesitation, Alessia slid off the edge of the ambulance and walked towards him, meeting him halfway.

"Kenny'll come around. Eventually," she said softly, her voice steady but filled with quiet reassurance.

Robby stopped in front of her, his lips curving into a small, grateful smile. "I know," he replied, though the heaviness in his tone suggested he was still trying to convince himself.

There was a brief pause, the two of them standing close enough that the sounds of the commotion around them seemed to fade. Robby's expression shifted, his smile becoming more sincere. "Thank you, Alessia."

Alessia tilted her head slightly, her brows furrowing in confusion. "What for?" she asked, her voice laced with curiosity.

Robby stepped closer, his eyes locking with hers. There was something earnest in his gaze, something raw and unguarded. "For understanding," he said simply, his voice low but filled with meaning.

Alessia's heart skipped a beat as his words sank in. A smile spread across her face, small at first, but it grew as warmth bloomed in her chest. She barely had a moment to respond before Robby closed the distance between them, his hand gently brushing her cheek as he leaned in.

Their lips met in a soft, lingering kiss, and the world around them seemed to pause. Alessia felt the tension and exhaustion of the night melt away, replaced by the comfort and reassurance Robby's presence always brought her.

When they finally pulled apart, Robby rested his forehead against hers for a brief moment, his smile widening. Alessia let out a quiet laugh, her cheeks flushed.

"You're welcome," she whispered, her voice teasing but affectionate.

Robby chuckled softly, his hand slipping down to entwine with hers. "Come on," he said, his tone lighter now. "Let's get out of here."

Hand in hand, they turned away from the chaos, ready to face whatever came next-together.

ASH SPEAKS!!

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