Master of his heart (Brielle and Max)

Chapter 1329

King squinted, glancing out the window.

Outside, there were barely any skyscrapers, even though they were in the heart of the city. I was still impoverished and underdeveloped, with streets full of potholes.

Not far off, plumes of smoke rose from burning trash. The city lacked a proper waste management system, so people burned their garbage, filling the air with thick smoke and making the air quality terrible.

But in a place where people struggled to meet basic needs, who cared about air quality?

Plus, a deadly disease loomed, making life constantly precarious.

Joseph voiced his concerns because he couldn't bear the thought of King being in any danger. Dream Tech Designs couldn't afford it, and neither could Seattle.

King's life was incredibly valuable.

Joseph knelt, silently bowing his head.

After a long pause, King finally spoke.

"This might be the last adventure Brielle and I have together, Joseph. You wouldn't understand; you've never cared for a woman. Every second I spend rushing towards her, I'm filled with a happiness that even transcends death." He placed his hand on Joseph's shoulder, giving it a reassuring pat.

important too. Making it

stood rigid, not daring to

knew now was

all about swift and decisive action. Anyone in his way

never cared for anyone's life, sometimes not even his

cold, never enjoying what life had to

his emotions

he just spoke were the best testament to that

After being saved by

wasn't out

trusted no

his

entrust his life, even if it meant gaining just a

no

as King stayed on

people, he felt

government's lead with ninety-eight others into the zone,

to call his sister, Kailee, the only family he had in this

lawyer, would ensure Kailee never ran out