The shock on King Bazz's face was so obvious that even a blind man could have sensed that something unusual had happened.From the moment his eyes landed on Johnson, he completely ignored everyone else standing inside the room.His gaze remained fixed on Johnson alone. For several long seconds, neither of them spoke.Samuel Briggs quietly observed both men.Gibson Mencho was equally confused. He looked from Johnson to King Bazz and back again.Neither of them seemed surprised by the place. It looked as though they were surprised to see each other.Even Johnson had not expected to find King Bazz there.However, unlike King Bazz, his face remained calm. Not a single emotion could be seen on it.Finally, King Bazz recovered from the shock. He slowly stood up from his chair.His eyes never left Johnson. Then he broke the silence."You… What are you doing here?"The room became completely quiet.Gibson Mencho could no longer hold back his curiosity. He looked at both men."Wait..."He poin

The entire room became silent after King Bazz's warning. Nobody dared to interrupt him.Even the sound of breathing became noticeable. Everyone unconsciously held their breath.Gibson Mencho slowly leaned forward. He placed both of his arms on the table and fixed his eyes on King Bazz.For many years, he had wanted to know what truly happened after he and his men withdrew from the ambush.The operation remained one of the greatest mysteries of his entire underground career.He had always wondered what happened after his own assignment ended. Today, he finally had the opportunity to hear the truth from another man who had also participated in the operation.Johnson remained completely calm.He leaned slightly backward on his seat, but his eyes never left King Bazz. Every word that was about to leave the man's mouth could bring him one step closer to finding his mother.Samuel Briggs quietly folded his arms. He also listened carefully.King Bazz took a long, deep breath. The sound echoe

Johnson's heart suddenly began beating very fast.The moment his father said, "My son, I have something else I want to tell you," countless thoughts rushed into his mind.His face immediately became serious. He leaned closer to the phone."Father"Mr. Edward McArthur looked at him quietly.Johnson asked anxiously,"Did the doctors discover another illness?"His voice became even more worried."Did they diagnose you with anything else? Is there any complication?.Please don't hide anything from me."Edward McArthur smiled faintly. Even through the phone screen, he could clearly see how worried his son had become.He gently shook his head. "My son."Johnson remained silent.Edward continued, "Calm down. It is not what you are thinking."Johnson looked at him without blinking."The doctors have not diagnosed me with any further complications. They are actually pleased with my recovery. My treatment is progressing well."Johnson finally released the breath he had been holding. "Thank God."

Johnson could clearly see the curiosity written all over Ava's face.She had been waiting for this answer for days. She kept looking at him expectantly.Johnson smiled faintly. Deep inside, even he did not know the identity he would appear with that evening.One part of his heart wanted to walk into the gala as the mysterious CEO of the McArthur Conglomerate.He imagined Bethany's shocked expression. He imagined George freezing in disbelief. He imagined Mrs. Clifford regretting every insult they had ever thrown at him.For a brief moment, that thought made him smile. But another thought immediately entered his mind.His father's warning echoed inside his head."The mastermind is an insider. Be careful. Do not expose yourself carelessly."Johnson sighed quietly. Then another face appeared in his thoughts.Emily. He had already promised to accompany her to the gala. He remembered how much she trusted him.He remembered the burden she had been carrying alone. He slowly smiled again."So