Chapter 783

In the grip of a life–or–death phone call, Gary laid down two conditions-

No guns. Come alone.

“Thaddeus, Evadne, Captain Ashbourne, I leave this in your hands. I’m off to meet Gary.”

With those final words, Jareth didn’t hesitate for a second. He turned on his heel and strode towards the

door.

“Jareth!” Thaddeus‘ voice was torn with anguish as he grabbed hold of him. “It’s a trap set by Gary. He might be after your life. You can’t go alone!”

“He wants my life, Thad.” Jareth managed a feeble, heart–wrenching smile. “If my life can ensure Marilla and Lily come back alive, then it’s worth the gamble.”

Evadne, with her eyes brimming with tears, declared resolutely, “Jareth, we’re coming with you! We’ll set up an ambush and strike when the time is right. We’ll definitely rescue Marilla and Lily!”

Shaking his head, Jareth replied, “Thank you, Evadne. But I can’t take that risk again. If it means Marilla and Lily can return alive, then truly, it’s a worthy trade.”

Evadne could barely hold back her tears, and Thaddeus felt his heart sink layer by layer.

“Jareth.”

Aaron, with a look as sharp as a falcon, stepped forward and opened his palm to reveal a tiny bug, “Wear this. Keep in touch with the police. I’ll coordinate things from here.”

With his pale lips trembling. Jareth took the device, “Thank you.”

“You, Marilla and Lily must come back alive. That’s an order.”

Drawing a deep breath, Aaron managed a comforting smile that was almost like a warm moonlight embrace, “You’re not just fighting for Evadne and Thaddeus. We’re right here waiting for you.”

Jareth paused, then he flashed a brief smile and clapped Aaron on the shoulder with force.

In the early morning, the sky was starless, and the weak and hazy moonlight added to a sense of desolation.

The screech of tires tearing against the pavement echoed as Jareth’s sports car slid to a halt in the middle of the compound.

Before him stood a half-constructed commercial complex, one of the Fairhaven Group’s properties.

project was originally Gary’s responsibility, but after he was ousted from Fairhaven, it

and forceful steps, Jareth approached the main entrance, without a hint of hesitation

had to

life without you

the heavy door and entered

deserted, and at that

didn’t understand why Gary added that last line, which seemed oddly

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pace to dash

just as he reached the second floor, a chaotic flurry

around in shock and barely avoided two glinting machetes lunging at him in murderous intent! The henchmen pounced one after another, brandishing their knives.

him, with blood pooling

also shredded. He tore off a strip of fabric

henchmen was on his

another “difficulty” Gary had added to his game. Without lingering, he ran towards the elevator, which was dozens

button frantically, and seconds later, the doors slid

waiting for him inside were five

swimming

a deck chair, lazily puffing on his favorite

would glance at his watch, then smacked

door facing the

bored eyes

determination towards the pool area, like a war

blood, and his only white shirt

a deep puff of his cigar; his admiration for the young man seemed to

to walk

young man had done

and Jareth was showing signs of his grandfather’s prowess at

on the sworn enemy that haunted his heart;

and the gash on his arm was still

cost him his life, but it was the love for Marilla and the concern for Lily that

Jareth, very impressive,” Gary gave him a thumbs–up.

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