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

first piece of advice," Ethan spoke. "Put down your weapons, surrender, and leave Riveria. The

Dennis frowned.

Riveria? What a joke! He would

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

I won't pursue you if you remain in hiding for twenty days. That's the worst option,

Disappear?

up. Although South Regent fled because of Ethan, Dennis

he would slash his knife and

the third piece of advice." Ethan met Dennis'

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Dennis' heart sank, then came a loud

We have

Dennis stood frozen for seconds, trying to process the news that Ethan had brought armed

behind Ethan's words. He immediately rushed out and disappeared into the heavy rain, his men sacrificing themselves

a massive loss. His two most trusted men and his son died

rain.

turned to Howard

and left with Ethan, forgetting all

crushed Dennis and made the

and wondered how Ethan was