Taejoon's scream echoed through the hall as Mako's sword pierced Han's chest. He tried to stand, but his legs buckled beneath him. Han fell to the ground, transforming back into his human form, naked and vulnerable.
Alexander quickly wrapped his jacket around Han's limp body, his eyes wide with concern. Mako's laughter boomed through the hall, "I'm going to win again!"
Han crawled across the floor, his eyes locked on Taejoon's. Their hands touched, and Taejoon's tears fell onto Han's face. "Han..."
With a Herculean effort, Taejoon stood, trying to summon his powers, but they were too weak. Alexander's voice was laced with concern, "Taejoon, your powers are too weak. Your body needs to recover from the power of the horn."
Han's eyes locked onto Mako, determination burning within him. "I'm not letting him win," he whispered, pushing himself up.
Taejoon tried to stop him, but Han approached Mako, who sneered, "Any last words?"
Han's response was to close his eyes, his voice whispering an ancient language. Alexander's eyes widened, "This is even worse... Han is using the power of the blood moon!"
The air charged with energy as Han and Mako faced off, their powers locked in a deadly dance. Thunder crashed, and lightning illuminated the dark sky.
Han's powers proved too much for Mako, and he screamed as they tore him apart. The sky returned to normal, and the crowd stumbled back to reality.
Han's powers left him, and he fell, unconscious, from the sky. Taejoon, despite his pain, forced his powers out, flying up to catch Han.
Taejoon's face contorted in effort as he flew up, his arms outstretched. He caught Han's limp body, holding him close. The crowd gasped, relief washing over them.
As Taejoon descended, his eyes never left Han's face, his expression a mix of fear and determination. He landed gently, crumbling to his knees as he held Han tight.
The alpha boys and idols rushed to their side, concern etched on their faces. Alexander approached, his expression somber. "Taejoon, Han needs medical attention, now."
Taejoon's eyes flashed, "He'll be okay. He has to be."
Alexander nodded, "I'll get the healers. We'll do everything we can."