They Hated Me in My First Life, But Now I Have the Love System

Chapter 337: Did We Really Just… Lose Him?

Abuchi, who had been silent this whole time, stared at the ground, his mind racing with the same bitter thoughts. They had come this far, and yet, here they were, trapped, with no way to save their friends, no way out.

It was so unfair that because of his status he got to live while they would all be killed. He never knew things would end up like this. If he had known, he would have embarked on this mission alone.

But…

How?

How did King Eglon know about them coming to Purlit and even set a trap for them?

It didn’t make sense.

It didn’t make sense at all.

But then, before anyone could think further, something unexpected happened.

John, normally calm, composed, spun around. His fist swung with all his might and slammed into Abuchi’s jaw.

sound of the punch echoed through the room

hurt like hell

blazing with frustration. “You brought us all here, putting everyone in danger just

chest rising and falling with every word, his fists shaking at

you’ve done! It wasn’t just your fiancée in danger! It was your little sister too. And now, you’ve put your

next. Even Abuchi, who had just taken a punch from his closest friend, stood there motionless, stunned. The words were still hanging in the air,

grabbed John by the shoulders and held him back. His grip was firm, yet the

exclaimed, his voice low but insistent. “What are you doing? This isn’t the time for us

spoke, Ekene’s words seemed almost too weak to undo the damage already done. The tension in the room only grew heavier as John stood there, seething with anger, his

the corner of his lips with the sleeve of his jacket. The motion was casual, but

quietly. His voice was steady, but there was a deep sorrow behind the words. “You’re right, John.” He glanced at the others, the faces of Ruth, Karen, and Nnenna now crowding around him, panic written

failed you. I endangered your life,” he

realized what a great sister you are. I’ve put you through hell

said this, his words cutting through the air like a knife. The guilt in his voice was palpable, a burden that seemed almost

person in particular, but to everyone around him, including himself. It was a silent

speak again, John suddenly shouted, interrupting the moment. “Guard! I have some information that will be useful

weight. A cold chill ran through the room as the others processed what he had just said. Abuchi’s eyes widened, but he didn’t speak. The shock

you do this?” he demanded,