Semua Bab Last Man Standing: Bab 441 - Bab 450

"And how exactly will you not 'mess with' me?" Howard sauntered into the scene."Master... Master Howard?!" Spotting Howard, Finley's breath hitched, and his face was etched with sudden alarm.He had kept silent before, all to see if Howard was in the vicinity.He had been so sure Master Howard was nowhere to be found at the base, which was why he had the guts to threaten the Judge. However, if Howard had been around, he would not have dared to utter a word, not in a million years."You still haven't told me how exactly do you plan to show me disrespect?" Howard's voice was calm, almost detached."Master Howard, the Shadow Sect really crossed a line today," Finley said, taking a deep breath to steady his nerves."Killing two people just like that, without any regard for justice. Does the Shadow Sect have no respect for human life?""So you're saying that without a heads-up to you, not even the vilest villain deserves to die, is that it?" Howard's voice cut through the air again.

"I was out on business yesterday and didn't come back to the villa last night. This morning, I went to pick up the young master for work, but he wasn't at the villa."I tried his cell, but it was off. I even checked with his secretary, and she confirmed he didn't show up at the office today."I thought maybe he switched off his phone for a flight, so I had someone check the flights out of Mareno City today. No sign of him boarding."His phone's still off!""Hmm?" A distant feeling settled over Howard. "Anything out of the ordinary at the villa?""Nothing! The place was spotless. I think the young master never made it home last night," Old Tucker assured him."Is there anyone else who's usually with Kenny besides you?" Howard pressed on."Two others, but their phones are off too," Old Tucker said."Do you know what his plans were last night?" Howard's concern deepened."He was supposed to be hosting some guests at the Justiniano Hotel.""Got it. Keep searching his usual spots

Footsteps echoed down the corridor as a squad of security guards approached. "Ms. Bromley, is there a problem?" one of them inquired, eyeing the woman in uniform."They're here to see the boss. I've told them she's not available, but they won't take no for an answer," she responded."Gentlemen, our boss really isn't here. If you need to see her, you'll have to come back another time," the man addressed the trio."Do I have to resort to violence?" the Judge's brow creased with irritation."Do you have any idea where you are? Let me give you a friendly tip. If you don't want trouble, don't make a scene. Otherwise, you're going to regret it," the man warned with a grave tone."So, you're not going to call her out?" A distant aura began to radiate from the Judge."It seems you came here looking for a fight!" The man's frown deepened, and with a wave of his hand, he commanded, "Kick them out!""Roger that!" The seven guards behind him responded in unison and advanced swiftly toward t

Howard looked at Sophronia, impatience in his voice. "I'm running out of patience, so make up your mind."Sophronia let out a heavy sigh and took another sip of her coffee."I honestly don't know where Mr. Carter has gone. I haven't seen him since we shared a drink last night."However, there was another group here last night. If something's happened to Mr. Carter, they might be involved."Also, last night, someone snuck into the hotel's security room and wiped all the surveillance footage from the last few days. It's gotta be their handiwork," Sophronia said, taking a deep breath to steady herself."Who are we talking about?" Howard's brow creased in concern."The Mareno City Chamber of Commerce!" Sophronia pressed on."From what I've gathered, they've been dying to have Mr. Carter join their ranks, but he's not biting. He's turned them down time and again, and there's been bad blood between them for a while," she explained."The Mareno City Chamber of Commerce?" Howard paused

"Sophronia, my apologies for the rough handling," the man in yellow said with a cold smile."Flower Scorpion, are you really trying to start a fight with us?" Sophronia asked, ignoring his feigned politeness and addressing Flower Scorpion directly with an icy tone."Sophronia, I'm here to offer a partnership, nothing more," Flower Scorpion said with a smirk."However, if you refuse to join our association today, it'll be tough for me to explain back home, and you might find yourself in a tight spot.""Tell Mr. Harper to forget it. I, Sophronia, have no intention of joining the Mareno City Chamber of Commerce," she replied calmly."Okay, then!" Flower Scorpion shrugged nonchalantly. "Sorry it has to be this way."He was about to attack Sophronia, his martial prowess on par with hers."Is that you, Flower Scorpion?" Howard's voice suddenly cut through the tension."Recognize me?" Flower Scorpion paused, a flicker of surprise crossing his face before he turned to look back. "What