บททั้งหมดของ The Guardian's Return: บทที่ 91 - บทที่ 100

Jimmy went to Stephen and relayed the message. “The mayor of Crestwood, Dennis Lewis, says you can meet him, but you have to go to Crestwood yourself.”Stephen could not believe his ears. He was the son of a prominent family in Metropolis and was currently in charge of Riveria. Yet, some small-town mayor was demanding that he go to him?“Who does he think he is?”He usually would not give a mayor like Dennis the time of day, much less go out of his way to meet him.Jimmy next to him spoke cautiously, “Things are different now. Dennis might actually have useful information.”Stephen paused. If Dennis had the audacity to make this demand, he probably did know something important.Stephen took a deep breath and said, “Fine. I’ll go meet him.”Jimmy arranged for a fully armed team to ensure Stephen’s safety. With his security detail in tow, Stephen headed straight to Crestwood.Crestwood was so heavily guarded now that not even a fly could get in or out. However, Dennis had given t

“Get him!”Stephen shouted for his man to capture Dennis. However, the moment he spoke, he felt dizzy and weak.“Thud!”He collapsed awkwardly into a nearby chair, barely able to keep himself upright. All his bodyguards also fell to the ground, unable to move.A group of men then walked in from the courtyard, collected the guns from the bodyguards, dragged them away, and soon disappeared from sight.Stephen watched the scene in terror.“What did you do to us?” he demanded.Dennis glanced at the diffuser and said, “It’s just a simple trick. Actually, the antidote is in the tea I serve you, but it’s a shame you missed your chance. Maybe you’re just too stupid to realize.”Stephen felt like he was about to explode from sheer frustration.The tea was right in front of him the whole time, but he had no strength left in him now. All he could do now was stare at it, not drink it.Not long ago, Dennis had pushed the cup toward him, but he scoffed at the idea of drinking it. Now, it w

Once Stephen was taken away, he instructed his subordinates to speed up.Stephen’s arrival meant that the news of Seaside City’s unrest had spread, so they did not have much time left. They had to act quickly and make money fast!Half a day later, Stephen was found in a pile of garbage on the side of the road by a passerby.When the mayor heard of it, he was horrified. He rushed to the hospital to see Stephen.As soon as he walked into the ward, he saw Stephen sitting on the hospital bed, his eyes hollow and devoid of any light.The mayor’s heart sank. How could Stephen have gone to Crestwood and returned alone, looking like that?“Sir?” The mayor stepped forward and asked, “Are you okay?”Stephen slowly came to his senses. The truth had been such a large blow that he still had not fully recovered from it yet.The mayor spoke again, “There’s something I need to report. Due to the situation in North Hill City, not many can come as reinforcements. We might not be able to stabiliz

Now that Howard was here, Stephen could not contain his excitement. He immediately handed Howard back the company and underground forces that had once belonged to him.Stephen continued, “If you start working for me, I can clear your name from these charges.”For Stephen, clearing Howard’s name was not a difficult task. Plus, Howard was wrongfully accused from the start. He was never guilty of murder, a fact even the mayor of Crestwood, Dennis, had personally admitted. If even the enemy acknowledged it, how could it be false?Howard nodded slightly, a small smile forming at the corner of his mouth, though Stephen did not notice.When Ethan told him to leave Riveria, he had thought of a plan. If he left with nothing but the clothes on his back, he would surely be miserable in the future.He had to reclaim everything he once owned and more!“Thank you, sir.” Howard said, “I’ll go to Seaside City now and assess the situation.”Although Stephen had returned his company and forces,

He did not even bother when it came to forces like Crestwood. As long as he took down a few small gangs, he could proceed with the next part of his plan.Although Stephen had given him some guns, ammunition, and a decent amount of money, it was not enough. He needed to swindle even more weapons and money from Stephen. Once he had everything he needed, he would take all the money and weapons, flee Riveria, and head overseas! After that, he would not have to worry about Seaside City again and could live a peaceful life abroad for the rest of his days.The next day, thanks to Howard, things were indeed starting to settle down in Seaside City.Stephen saw that and nodded in satisfaction.“Howard is doing a good job. It seems it wasn’t Ethan who brought peace to Seaside City, but rather him relying on Howard to maintain it. The real capable one is Howard. If we can hold out for another day, the main reinforcements will arrive tomorrow, and everything will be resolved.”Stephen finall