Ryder stood in the center of the old town square, his eyes scanning the horizon for any signs of movement. His friends, Lila and Marcus, approached cautiously, their faces etched with determination and a hint of fear. "We've got to be smarter than them this time," Ryder said, his voice steady despite the tension in the air. "We know the school like the back of our hands," Lila replied, her ponytail swaying as she turned to face Marcus. "Let's turn their strength against them," Marcus added, his gaze fixed on the distant silhouette of the school.

Ryder spread the map across a dusty desk, pointing to key entry points. Lila and Marcus listened intently, nodding as they discussed potential traps. "We'll block the main entrance and use the narrow corridors to our advantage," Ryder instructed, his finger tracing their escape routes. "And we can lure them into the gymnasium,"