Betrayed, Then Back For Blood

Chapter 155

Chapter 155

Honestly, Ashton couldn’t be bothered with this so–called Garza family. They weren’t even on the radar of Shoneport’s top tier families, so it made sense that he didn’t know much about them.

Both Ashton and Hamish turned their eyes to Reece, who instantly lit up. Reece had people from all walks of life under his wing. When it came to the city’s hidden corners and shady dealings, there was hardly anything he didn’t know.

Reece rubbed his short, prickly hair and spoke up, saying, “The Garza family has roots that trace back to the Galarza family. A long time ago, during some tough times, they changed their last name to Garza to stay under the radar and avoid trouble. Even after things improved and they moved to Shoneport, they never really caught the attention of the wealthy people around here. Most of their business dealings are a bit shady and happen mostly overseas they hardly interact with people in our community.”

Hamish, clearly getting annoyed, cut in, “Reece, just get to the point. Tell us about this Hayden guy.”

Briar and Frank nodded in understanding before Frank added, “Yeah, spill more information about that guy.”

Reece chuckled, “His name’s Hayden. He is the youngest in the Garza family, just 20 years old. He is incredibly intelligent, and he holds a double from Atrington University overseas. He only returned this year, and met Emily at a banquet…”

As he spoke, Reece glanced at Hamish before adding, “Oh, and that banquet? It is the one your family hosted.”

Hamish was left speechless.

“So what’s Hayden into these days?” Ashton, who’d been silent this whole time, finally zeroed in on the real question.

Reece shot a glance at Ashton, who wasn’t in a good mood, and replied, “Gray market stuff. Ashton, you know how it goes…”

A lot of things like looting and violence were legal abroad, and nobody even bats an eye at it.

Ashton nodded in understanding, then slowly turned to Briar, who was practically buzzing with curiosity. He asked gently, “Briar, you said you wanted to handle this guy yourself, right?”

Briar raised an eyebrow, quickly catching on to what Ashton meant. She probed, “Ashton, what are you planning? As long as you don’t kill him or ruin their plans, I’m fine with whatever.”

“Alright,” Ashton replied as he ruffled Briar’s hair before turning his gaze to Reece. “I will get my men to take care of him.”

as you like” gesture, then leaned back next to Hamish with a clear conscience, ready to see

Ashton said coolly. “I want Hayden to lose a hand

serious expression and replied, “Got

at the Blue Bar until 11:30 PM before finally heading out. On the way back, Connor didn’t

left a few minutes ahead

past outside the window, her mind clear about what was going

stubbornly holding onto Briar’s left hand with the other. He glanced at

responded, “I was just thinking about that dude Connor’s

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he

want

to watch?”

about it. I want to see, but if it gets too bloody, I’ll just look away. I’m terrified of

as long as he doesn’t bring out a gun, there won’t be any bloodshed.”

Briar home, Ashton called up Connor to

were

In

their car sped off

Shoneport. Coincidentally, he was living in the same neighborhood where Emily had bought her house just last year. Their homes were only three houses away

into the neighborhood, Ashton’s gaze turned incredibly cold. With this many “coincidences” stacking up, it was starting to feel less like fate and more like something was

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she silently mused, ‘No matter how much those people try to hide in Dasmieca, having someone as clueless as Hayden on their team must be frustrating for them. It seems like Uncle and the others were onto something. Betting on Hayden to be our key

there was nothing but silence. Well, that was just like Connor’s way of working.

you get scared once we’re inside, we’ll just leave, alright?” Ashton said, holding Briar’s hand as they got out of the car. As they walked toward the front door, he

Briar agreed, “Okay.”

on the door and walked in, they saw an utterly pathetic–looking young man kneeling at Connor’s feet, tears and snot streaming down his face as he begged

Frank, who was lounging on the couch with headphones on, totally