The Guardian's Return by Old Pumpkin

Chapter 80

"That's right."

"I can't let you do that." Dennis said, "You can take anyone away but not him. He and his men are obstacles to the development of Crestwood. He hurt and killed many of our people. How can I face my people if I let him go?"

"Tell them that I want to take him," Ethan replied.

Dennis fell silent.

Then, he hissed through clenched teeth, "I still can't let you, but I can give you a chance. You might be strong enough to be my rival. If you beat me, I'll let you take him away.

In the middle of the pouring rain, Ethan stood calm and collected, his expression never wavering as he said, "You're not qualified to be my nemesis."

Dennis clenched his fists at the statement.

Unqualified? Ethan sure was cocky.

Dennis had a reputation to uphold as a mayor to thousands of town residents.

Ethan continued, "But I can give you three pieces of advice in return for taking him."

was confused. He had no use for

your weapons, surrender, and leave Riveria. The wisest thing you can do now is

Dennis frowned.

What a joke! He would lose

the second piece of advice." Ethan's voice interrupted

and vanish without a trace. I won't pursue you if you remain in hiding for twenty days.

Disappear?

Ethan up. Although South Regent fled because of Ethan,

Ethan. In fact, he would slash his knife and kill Ethan right there

piece of advice." Ethan

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heart sank, then came a loud bang, signaling a shot was

We have the place

streaked across the sky, and Dennis stood frozen for seconds, trying to

the face, finally understood the meaning behind Ethan's words. He immediately rushed out and disappeared into

two most trusted men and

rain.

Howard and said,

left with Ethan, forgetting all about

crushed Dennis and made the man pay

recollection, Howard sighed and wondered how Ethan was doing