Misty struggled against the ropes binding her to the chair, her heart pounding in her chest. The room was sparsely furnished, save for a flickering light bulb dangling from the ceiling and a metal table littered with papers and gadgets. She could feel the chill of the stone floor seeping through her shoes, a stark reminder of her predicament.
Jessie and James, notorious members of Team Rocket, approached with confident strides. Jessie's fiery hair seemed to glow in the subdued light, while James wore a smug grin.
"Well, well, look what the cat dragged in," Jessie sneered, crossing her arms.
"Did you really think you could meddle in our plans without consequence?" James added, his voice dripping with mockery.
"You'll never get away with this," Misty declared, her voice steady despite the fear coursing through her veins.
"Oh, but we already have," Jessie replied, leaning closer, a predatory gleam in her eyes.
"And soon, we'll have everything we need," James chimed in, his tone confident and dismissive.
Misty focused on the ropes, feeling for any weakness, her mind racing with plans of escape. The scent of dust and rust lingered, but her thoughts were clear.
"You underestimate me," Misty said, her voice a whisper of defiance.
"Underestimate? Hardly," Jessie retorted, but there was a flicker of uncertainty in her eyes.
Outside the hideout, the sound of an approaching aircraft vibrated through the walls, causing the ground to tremble slightly. Misty felt a surge of hope, her heart responding to the promise of freedom.
"What is that?" James muttered, glancing towards the entrance.
"It seems we have company," Jessie said, her expression darkening as she scanned the room for an exit strategy.
The door burst open, and a team of officers flooded the room, their uniforms crisp and authoritative. Misty felt the ropes loosen, her heart soaring as she was freed. The light was blinding, but it was a welcome change from the shadows that had enveloped her.
"I told you," Misty said, standing tall amidst the chaos.
Jessie and James were led away, their plans thwarted, leaving Misty to savor her victory and newfound freedom.
