The Guardian's Return by Old Pumpkin

Chapter 197

"Kill us if you dare!"

"We owe a few hundred thousand in debt. Do you think we're afraid of dying?"

"If you protect that asshole today, he might destroy your entire family tomorrow! Believe it or not!"

With a loud crash, the front door splintered under the impact.

Stephen panicked, but he knew he could not hide anymore. If he were caught, those people might really beat him to death.

At that moment, Stephen realized his mistake! Dragging things out and avoiding confrontation would only make matters worse. The real enemy wasn't from outside; it was the locals of Aqua City!

"I'll pay!" he stammered as he stepped out. "I'm willing to pay."

As soon as Stephen emerged, the crowd grew more agitated, especially those related to the ones who had committed suicide. Their eyes reddened, and they wanted nothing more than to kill Stephen on the spot.

"Everyone, please calm down!" shouted a middle-aged man.

He was one of the towns' mayors and had led the group to confront Stephen. His voice cut through the chaos, bringing a slight calm to the crowd.

Adam felt pathetic. Who was in charge here? He had barely stepped outside before being pelted with eggs, his attempts to

mayor had to do

man turned to Stephen and asked, "You are Stephen

Stephen nodded.

the town's mayor slapped him hard across

"I'm asking you, what is your name? From now on,

son of the

the town's mayor angrily, but when their

head. The man's gaze

you mad? You murdered my townspeople. Do you have any idea how

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heartbroken we were? What right do to look at me like

mayor balled his fists, but Adam

down! Calm down! Let's talk

you

have

was good that they could speak one-on-one now. That was the best scenario they could hope for; at

them rushed at Stephen at once, it

was filled with rage, and he quickly looked away. The anger radiating from each

your name?"

he knew the man was Stephen Quinn, who they were looking