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.

was ousted from

Jareth approached the main entrance,

the cost, he had to bring Marilla back.

life without you

pushed open the heavy door and entered with an icy

deserted, and at that moment, Gary sent

added that last line,

seconds later, he decided to play it safe and take the stairs.

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his pace to

second floor, a chaotic flurry

in murderous intent! The henchmen pounced one after another, brandishing their knives.

before him, with blood

also shredded. He tore off a strip of fabric and wrapped it tightly around

henchmen was on his heels!

had added to his game. Without lingering, he ran towards the

slammed the button frantically, and seconds later, the doors slid open.

waiting for him inside were five more blade–wielding

the swimming

favorite cigar, while playing

few minutes, he would glance at his watch,

minutes later, the elevator door facing

eyes

moved heavily yet with unyielding determination towards the pool area,

with blood, and his only

a deep puff of his cigar;

hadn’t expected Jareth to walk out

young man had done just

youth, Barry too was a legend feared in the underworld, and

sworn enemy that haunted his heart; his lips turned white, and

and the gash on his arm was still

in the elevator had nearly cost him his life, but it was the love for Marilla and the

impressive,” Gary gave him

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