The Guardian's Return by Old Pumpkin

Chapter 85

Stephen wanted to take Howard to Ethan. Since they both would only have a life on the inside, Stephen thought it was appropriate for them to meet and cry in each other's arms.

"I bet it's going to be funny. I should have everything ready to take a picture."

Howard looked haggard dressed in his orange jumpsuit during his first day in prison. It seemed like he had aged ten years overnight.

His hair was a mess, and he looked out of it.

Stephen approached his cell and said, "How do you feel, Howard?"

Howard glanced up at him but did not say anything.

Stephen snickered. "If you hadn't turned me down, things might have turned out differently. I guess there's no turning back now."

Howard remarked solemnly, "Are you here to make fun of me?"

"Not at all." Stephen said with a smile, "I'm here to help you. Come with me.'

He led Howard to a car, and they set off for Drakthorn Ridge.

As the car went up a mountain, Howard perked up. Was he going to be executed, or was he being brought to Ethan's grave?

pulled

puzzled as to why there was a villa on the mountain. Nevertheless, he followed Stephen into the house, and his jaw dropped when he saw Ethan basking under the sun on a lounge chair in the yard. The man seemed

word, Stephen pulled out his phone in preparation

Rivers!" Howard rushed to Ethan

up as Howard

you, Mr. Rivers. I'm sorry I couldn't complete the task you

and glanced at Stephen who was in stitches not too far away. It

for Seaside City right after

clear Stephe

Ethan said indifferently,

to enjoy tranquility for three years and a boost in GDP from

"I'm so glad to

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Chapter 85

had happened to

smiled and replied, "Relax. Nothing will

even the South

Ethan alive and kicking, Howard's eyes

a while, expecting to see the two of them in a tearful embrace. Instead, Ethan and Howard seemed to have

feeling like a fool just standing there, he

them.

of sorts, with both of you as prisoners? Hahaha! How does it feel?" Stephen looked at Ethan

now.