A deadly mix of dread and frustration filled Lorenzo's mind. Chest sinking, he mused, "I shouldn't believe what these people in black robes have to say. After all, they're unable to exercise free will. Besides, they have no contact with the world, so their worldview is dictated by the mysterious figure behind Investment Group. It's crystal clear these people in black aren't the good guys."He sighed deeply, placing both hands behind his back. Then, he inhaled the rich air around him through slightly parted lips. Many skills and abilities were oozing from the men that Lorenzo could easily absorb into his body, so it did not take long for his strength to recover.That set off a wave of panic in the two men clad fully in black robes. They were both running toward Lorenzo. Their figures darted ahead so fast that their shadows multiplied behind them. The figure that stood furthest away from Lorenzo was now nearing him.Meanwhile, Lorenzo held his ground with both hands behind his back, gaz

"What's going on with you? That's not the kind of attack someone at your skill level is supposed to have," Michelle snapped before immediately adding with a relieved tone, "Although, you're lucky that you've already wounded Lorenzo badly. Otherwise, there's no telling what would happen if we had fought on."Darkness shrouded Lorenzo's vision once more. However, he had shut his eyes this time because he had gotten injured and not because he wanted to focus better. He could still hear the voices of everyone around him, so he was more than aware of what was unfolding.That included Michelle's footsteps taking a big turn before pacing toward him.Lorenzo wanted to open his eyes and stand on his feet, but much to his dismay, he could not move a muscle.It was an unprecedented situation; before, when Lorenzo got severely injured, he lost all his senses. Yet, for some unknown reason, he heard everything and could even think this time around. He could clearly feel the stinging pain from every

Michelle remained kneeling on the ground. Beside her, Lorenzo could sense the hesitation in her downcast gaze. Still, she did not say anything and only stood before strolling further away. Her answer was crystal clear to Lorenzo. Meanwhile, Lorenzo heard the man in black robes approaching and knew the latter was about to kill him. Refusing to die at all costs, Lorenzo opened his eyes. Neither he nor the man had planned for that to happen. When the harsh sunlight shone into Lorenzo's eyes, he froze dumbfoundedly for two seconds. Immediately after, the pain he felt became so overwhelming that he shot to his feet at once. His body had not fully recovered, and because of his drastic movements that used up some of his life force, Lorenzo inadvertently injured himself again. However, he healed much quicker this time. Following that, he examined the internal wounds beneath his skin, knowing no one

Ford's eyes snapped wide open when Lorenzo abruptly retracted his hand. Of course, Lorenzo did not mean to spare Ford, but the latter did not know that. Ford's brows raised as his stare bore holes into Lorenzo."What you're doing now confuses me. I don't understand why you'd stop halfway into killing me, but I suggest you kill me now. My loathing for you has reached a higher peak than before, so if I manage to survive today, I won't hesitate to spend the rest of my life attacking you. I'll make sure you spend the rest of your life in distress!"Lorenzo's lips curved as he ridiculed, "You couldn't even kill me when you had maximum health and companions to your aide. Do you seriously think I'll be afraid if you return to attack me after recovering from your hefty injuries?"Although it seemed like Lorenzo was taunting, his tone remained stoic.Such juxtaposition in behavior set off a panic in Ford because it meant Lorenzo meant every word. Ford no longer had the strength to close his ey

Lorenzo sensed the hesitancy in Beatrice's tone and immediately knew the place was unsafe. Hence, he shook his head. "No, I won't allow us to go there even if this place you're bringing up is the same as what Ford mentioned. That's not a wise option for us. After all, Leonard's dead now, so we don't have to obtain his remaining body tissue. Besides, I'm sure Leonard won't mind if his tissues can get transplanted into other talented people and give them a better chance at life. He's a kind man, after all." Beatrice's eyes rounded at Lorenzo. The idea of giving Leonard's remains to create more powerful enemies terrified her, so she wholly rejected it in her mind. Yet, she knew her place as a bodyguard; Beatrice could not disobey her boss' orders. She had always voiced her opinions before because Lorenzo was a more forgiving boss than most. With that in mind, Beatrice knew it was unwise to test the limits of his mercy. Thus, she shoved her thoughts deep down her heart and nodded, sayi