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Chapter 218
Ethan’s heart skipped a beat, then began pounding so hard he could hear it in his ears.Lara’s face went completely pale, her lips parting slightly as if she’d forgotten how to breathe. Her hands trembled at her sides, and her eyes filled with the same terror that was coursing through Ethan’s veins.Worried whispers broke out among the group behind them:“Critical? What does that mean?”“I thought the surgery was successful…”“This can’t be happening…”“Poor Magnus…”Lara’s voice cut through the murmurs. “Doctor, what do you mean by critical condition?”The doctor shifted uncomfortably, his eyes darting between the faces staring at him. He cleared his throat, clearly struggling with how much to reveal. “Well, you see…”“Spit it out!” Ethan’s voice exploded through the corridor, his patience completely shattered. "Stop beating around the bush and tell us what’s wrong with him!”The doctor took a deep breath. “Mr. Aurelius came in with severe internal bleeding from multiple impact inj
Chapter 217
A thousand questions raced through Ethan’s mind as he drove alone through the dark streets toward the hospital. But he pushed them all aside, focusing on only one thing—getting to Magnus and finding out if he would survive.However, he couldn’t shake the scene he’d passed on his way there that still burned in his memory.The wreckage was horrific—Magnus’s car completely crushed, the convoy vehicles twisted metal, bullet casings scattered across the road like deadly confetti.Marcel had warned him not to go alone. "Boss, whoever did this might come after you if they find out you survived,” he’d said urgently.But Ethan’s mind was made up. He’d rushed out of the hall, leaving everyone behind, though he knew they would follow him.The moment his car screeched to a halt outside the hospital, he bolted from the driver’s seat and ran inside. His heart hammered against his ribs as he approached the reception desk.“Where’s my fa—” he started, then caught himself. "Where’s Mr. Aurelius?
Chapter 216
The hall fell into an eerie silence after themysterious man's words echoed through the air.Dr. Richter and the other three members of The Order, drawn by the weight of the claim, stepped forward slowly with synchronized movements, as if their minds were wired together.Their faces were marked by shock as their eyes fixed on the mysterious man.Dr. Richter’s mouth opened and closed like he was trying to speak but couldn’t find the words. Finally, he managed to stammer, “What… what did you just say?”The man's calm eyes shifted to him. “I said I’m The Guardian."His eyes moved quickly between the five of them before he added, “The one you’ve all been waiting for.”Those words snapped them out of their shock. They looked at each other in confusion, surprised that this stranger somehow knew they had been waiting for The Guardian to appear—the sign they needed to fully reunite The Order.Sophia’s face twisted in confusion. She whispered under her breath, “The Guardian?” Her brow furr
Chapter 215
Ethan stood in the center of the hall, his chest rising and falling hard, his shirt soaked in blood—some of it his, but most from the masked men he had taken down.All around Ethan, the floor was covered with the bodies of the masked men.They lay sprawled out awkwardly, weapons dropped beside their lifeless hands, blood slowly spreading across the marble.It felt unreal. Just minutes ago, the hall had been filled with flying bullets. Now, only the dead and the injured were left.But the impact of the masked men’s attack still made the room shake with fear. Those who were left alive clung to each other—some gasping in relief, some clutching their chests, others frozen in place.Lara slowly pushed herself up from behind the overturned table, her body tight and her knees shaky.Her eyes scanned the room, taking in the destruction.Her breath came in quick, sharp gasps, and the trembling in her hands showed the storm of feelings she was trying to hide.When her eyes landed on Ethan—stil
Chapter 214
Ethan’s heart raced as he saw blood on the floor, bodies lying still, and the wounded crying out in pain. He held Lara tightly against him, trying to shield her while bullets shattered wine glasses around them.Her trembling voice snapped him out of his thoughts.“Ethan… who are they?” she whispered, her body pressed against his chest.His jaw clenched, eyes darting toward the masked men who advanced with precision. "I don’t know,” he muttered."But it’s obvious... they're here for me.”Lara blinked at him, her brows furrowed in confusion. “Why? How can you be so sure?”He knew for sure after what he overheard—one of them had shouted, “Remember, we’re not leaving until Ethan is dead.”However, what confused him was who had sent them after him. He couldn’t figure out if it was The Ghost again or Viktor.But he didn’t reply to Lara.Instead, he pulled out his phone. The hotel guards were no match for these men, and he was unarmed. He quietly cursed himself for not bringing any of hi
Chapter 213
The hall had slowly calmed from the storm Vanessa created. Waiters moved about again, pouring wine and clearing plates, though the whispers still lingered in the corners. Barely three minutes had passed since Ethan, Lara, and a few others had walked Magnus out of the hall to his car. Magnus had claimed fatigue, saying he was heading home early.Now, Mr. Chen and Sophia approached Ethan and Lara where they were seated.“Mr. Cross,” Mr. Chen said warmly, “it was truly a wonderful evening. But we must also take our leave now."He chuckled softly before adding, “I look forward to our future discussions.”Ethan nodded, a small smile playing on his lips. “Of course, Mr. Chen. I appreciate you being here tonight.” His gaze then shifted deliberately to Sophia, his tone softening. “What’s your plan for tomorrow morning? Do you have anything scheduled?”Sophia blinked at him, surprised but pleased. Then, she gave a slight shrug, a smile playing on her lips. "Nothing meaningful, really.”“G
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