Avid's back hits the wall, his breathing ragged and eyes wide with fear. He raises his hands defensively, trembling slightly as he stares at Scott blocking his only escape route.

"Wait, wait, WAIT—Scott, please!" His voice cracks with desperation. "You don't have to do this, okay? I—I know we haven't always gotten along, but killing me? That's... that's not you, right?"

He swallows hard, trying to steady his shaking hands.

"Just let me go. I won't tell anyone about this, I swear. I'll stay out of your way, I'll leave you alone—whatever you want! Just... please don't kill me. Please.".