Corinne,however,stood her ground,and challenged Brandon’s decision. “Besides Darkmoon,which organization can truly help you rescue Natalie?Don’t be foolish!”
Harrell then let out a sigh and offered his advice, with Darkmoon.Since Grandpa had already spoken, however,she obediently shut her mouth.
Brandon maintained the blank expression on his face as he addressed Britton in a cold voice,”Mr. Scott,I’m not here to reminisce on the past,but rather,to discuss a collaboration with Darkmoon. Lend me Darkmoon’s manpower.If you’re able to find my wife within a day,Ill accept whatever conditions you set.”
Britton trembled as he stood up from his seat, leaning on his cane.Then,he spoke in an affectionate tone,as though Brandon were his own grandson.”You need not be so formal, Brandon.Your return proves that we’re still family. You’re free to utilize Darkmoon’s manpower as you please.”
After Britton finished speaking,he let out a helpless sigh and wore a look of uncertainty.”We’d like to help you save your wife,but ever since you left, Darkmoon’s ; Powr diminished.These days,wel determination than capability.” has significantly possess more What a sly old fox.Britton wanted to use his current request for Darkmoon’s assistance as an opportunity to settle old scores with him.
“Brandon,Jeremy has a strong foothold on this area.If you want to safely rescue your wife,your best bet is to rely on Darkmoon.
Brandon responded in a calm tone,”I can go straight to Jeremy.He wants my life,doesn’t he?If that’s what it takes to save Natalie,so be it.”
Corinne hadn’t expected Brandon to be willing to risk his life for a woman.Completely taken aback, she couldn’t help but exclaim,”Have you lost your mind,Brandon?Jeremy considers you a mortal enemy.If you ever fall into his hands,you’ll either be disabled or killed!If you go,you’ll die with that woman!’
To Corinne’s surprise,Brandon simply nodded in response and said,”Then !ll die with her.”
After his resolute words,he paid no more attention to Corinne and proceeded towards the exit.
Seeing that Brandon was really leaving,Britton, who had remained silent throughout the exchange, cleared his throat and spoke up.”Okay,okay, Brandon.Have a seat.Let’s talk things out.We’re all on the same side,after all.”
Brandon paused in his steps,waiting to hear Britton’s conditions.
Britton wore a subtle smile on his face and presented his proposition,saying,”As long as you agree to return to Darkmoon and become the second-in-command,you can have full access to all of Darkmoon’s manpower.”
As expected,Britton was well aware of Brandon’s urgent need to save Natalie,and saw it as an opportunity that he could leverage.He intended to force Brandon to sacrifice the rest of his life and take over Darkmoon-a volatile bomb capable of exploding at any moment.
Upon the conclusion of Britton’s words,Brandon continued to advance forward,offering no response.
Corinne,driven to frustration,stomped her feet.
“Brandon,listen to Grandpa and return to Darkmoon!He has been anticipating your return all these years!”
Brandon paid no mind to her pleas and continued his swift stride towards the exit.
Just as Brandon reached the door,Britton sighed, choosing to speak once more.”Brandon,there’s another way to save your wife.”
At this,Brandon halted and swiveled to look at him.
“I will never return to Darkmoon.It’s best you abandon that hope.”
The underlying message was clear.if this method required the sacrifice of his freedom,he would never agree Studying him,Britton spoke helplessly,”Are you certain you won’t return to Darkmoon,even if it would expedite your wife’s rescue?”
“Yes,”affirmed Brandon resolutely.
“In that case,you could enter the underground boxing ring.Win once,and you can command the manpower of Darkmoon for a day as you see fit,” Britton suggested,eyes narrowed.
In the underground boxing ring,high stakes matches were a primary source of revenue for several shadowy organizations,often at the cost of the safety and even lives of the fighters.It was populated by all manner of individuals,making it exceedingly dangerous.
Corinne hadn’t anticipated Britton’s proposition and shook her head at Brandon,”Brandon,don’t agree to …”
Without a moment’s hesitation,Brandon nodded. “Alright,Ill enter the challenge.”
Upon hearing this,Corinne grew frantic,her eyes welling up with tears.She interposed herself between Brandon and Britton, exclaiming, “Brandon has lost too much blood already and is in a weakened state!Grandpa,if you allow him to fight against those drugged brutes now,it’s clear you’re sending him to his death!”
Brandon’s impatient gaze landed on Corinne obstructing his path.He frowned,commanding tersely,”Move.”
“No!”Standing firm against his intimidating glare, Corinne tearfully protested,”Don’t you realize this is a death wish?You’ll die in the ring and won’t be able to save your wife!”
Harrell,who had remained quiet throughout, leaned in to whisper in Brandon’s ear,”The underground boxing ring has changed,it’s extremely dangerous.The fighters there have ingested Darkmoon’s special drugs that numb pain and fatigue.They fight relentlessly once they enter the ring.Given your current state of weakness,despite your combat skills,you stand no chance of winning.”
Britton, observing as Corinne and Harrell attempted to dissuade Brandon and enlighten him about the current conditions of the underground ring,smiled in satisfaction.He reclined back onto the sofa,resuming his enjoyment of the music.
If Brandon wished to avoid death,he would need to relent and return to Darkmoon.
Yet,Brandon’s expression remained unaltered.He shot a cold glance towards Britton before striding away.
Corinne,reaching out,grabbed Brandon’s sleeve and pleaded,”Brandon,you can’t go!The underground boxing ring will mean certain death.”
“Release me!”Brandon’s eyes flared with anger as he glared at Corinne.
Corinne tightened her grip on his arm,her tears flowing freely.”I can’t just standby and watch you die!’
“Let.Me.Go!”Brandon forcefully shook off her grasp.
“Ah!”With a scream,Corinne tumbled awkwardly onto the floor.
Without sparing her a glance,Brandon continued his determined march towards the fitting room of the boxing ring.
Within the fitting room,Harrell anxiously trailed behind Brandon,persisting in his attempts to persuade him against this reckless course of action.Suddenly,Brandon spun around to fix a piercing stare on him.
Caught off guard by the intensity of his gaze, Harrell faltered,“What’s wrong?”
“Tell me the truth.Did you intentionally allow Jeremy to abduct Natalie?”
As Brandon’s cold and sharp eyes bore into him, Harrell guiltily averted his gaze,choosing to remain silent.
Unable to hold back his rising fury,Brandon landed a punch on Harrell,demanding,”Answer me!”
Despite being weakened from his injuries,the force of Brandon’s punch sent Harrell sprawling to the floor.Blood seeped from the corner of his mouth,but he bit his lips and remained silent.
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In that moment,Brandon understood everything.
“Is this Corinne’s doing?”Brandon seized Harrell by the collar,his eyes bloodshot and menacing.
Harrell had never witnessed Brandon lose control and become so unhinged.He couldn’t betray Corinne,but Brandon was his best friend.
Besides,it was indeed Corinne’s fault this time.
Harrell knew that Corinne intentionally missed the shot while saving Natalie,to keep Jeremy alive and allow Brandon to remain in Darkmoon a little longer He believed it was because Corinne had deep feelings for Brandon,so he didn’t intervene.But he never expected that when Jeremy disappeared,he took Natalie with him.
Harrell found himself in a predicament.After a brief silence,he hoarsely spoke.”Brandon,don’t blame her…She loves you too much …”
How could they dare to intentionally not save Natalie?
Gritting his teeth,Brandon threw Harrell to the floor,turned around,and prepared to leave.”I’m going to kill her!”
Shocked,Harrell grabbed hold of Brandon’s leg and pleaded,”I’m sorry,Brandon.I never anticipated that Jeremy would take your wife away. It’s my fault.Just kill me!”
Suddenly,Brandon turned around,kicked Harrell away,and angrily shouted,”Get lost!Do you think I don’t have the guts to kill you?”
Harrell was sent flying several yards.