As their car journeyed farther, Valerie only began to discern what Benjamin had seen.Instantly, her complexion drained of color. Three provocatively dressed girls stood in confrontation with two inebriated men. One of the men brandished a firearm, appearing poised to fire within moments.Benjamin jerked the steering wheel hard to the left, slamming the gas pedal and blaring the horn at full tilt.In response to the impending blur of a high-speed vehicle hurtling in their direction, the two inebriated men, driven by pure instinct, abruptly hurled their bodies backward, in a desperate attempt to evade the impending danger. Simultaneously, the trio of alluring women, despite the car's trajectory not directly threatening them, mirrored the same defensive maneuver, their graceful figures momentarily contorted in an instinctual dance with potential catastrophe.Benjamin swiftly slammed on the brakes, his intended intervention narrowly missing its mark. The car's tires emitted a high-pitch

Benjamin effortlessly unraveled the complexity of all these inquiries with a singular, succinct response."Everything is fine," Benjamin asserted, but his words fell short of providing instant solace to Valerie. The expression etched across her face remained steeped in anxiety. As she locked eyes with Benjamin, her gaze bore an intensity that hinted at suspicion of concealed truths. Despite his explicit directive for her to stay put and avoid descending, Valerie couldn't help but catch wind of the unfolding events."I heard there were five shots in total. Were you hit by any of those shots, Ben?" Valerie pressed once more. Her sense of ease hinged entirely on Benjamin's ability to offer a convincing reassurance.Benjamin shrugged his shoulders. "Not a single bullet found its mark on me," he responded nonchalantly. Benjamin extended both arms, executing a casual twist of his body, a physical demonstration aimed at reassuring Valerie. With this gesture, he effectively showcased to he

"Seven... eight... nine..."When the security guard reached the count of nine, he held his voice a little longer to give Claire and her two friends one last chance.However, he did not find any change in expression on Claire's face. Jenny and Maria might be a little frightened, but not Claire. The girl was still standing tall and blatantly staring right into his eyes.With that look, it was as if Claire wanted to convey: I was never afraid of your truncheon.Regrettably, the security guard harbored a strong aversion to anyone attempting to assert dominance over him. His defensive instincts kicked in without delay, compelling him to safeguard his pride and dignity in this encounter."Ten!" he declared, concluding his count with an abrupt elevation of his club. "Prepare yourself for this!"With unwavering determination, the security guard swung his club directly toward Claire without a moment's hesitation.The young woman swiftly raised her hands to shield her head, displaying a defensi

The advancing night cast its shadows, yet the man at the car's helm exhibited no trace of fatigue or drowsiness. On the contrary, a vibrant vitality emanated from his eyes, and his physical demeanor stood robust and well-suited for the continuing journey ahead.The city lights adorned the path leading to the bustling city center. Despite Regal Hill's reputation as a vibrant urban hub, the nocturnal hours brought about a serene transformation. The once bustling city now lay hushed, its streets devoid of the usual hustle and bustle. It felt as if, during the night, Regal Hill exclusively belonged to Benjamin and Valerie. Evidently, after the clock struck ten, all activities in Regal Hill came to an abrupt halt. This nocturnal stillness rendered the streets seemingly abandoned as if the town had temporarily become uninhabited."Have you any knowledge of the enchanting spots here in Regal Hill?" Valerie inquired of Benjamin.Benjamin nodded affirmatively. "Throughout the five years of m

Benjamin stroked his ring with deliberate slowness, observing the diminishing glow emanating from it. A sense of amazement overcame him as he reflected on the power held within the ring. The magical ring, in its quiet yet potent influence, had unwittingly instigated numerous transformations in Benjamin's life, rendering it considerably more manageable."This ring is the most enchanting thing I've ever encountered," Benjamin whispered so softly that even Valerie could not perceive his words.At that moment, Valerie fully regained her consciousness, allowing her to witness Benjamin's peculiar actions. The beautiful woman turned her head and discovered him fixated on the gold ring adorning the ring finger of her right hand.Valerie's once radiant smile faded into a subtle frown. A tinge of jealousy lingered in her heart, casting a shadow over her expression. She didn't have to ponder why Benjamin's gaze fixated on the ring gracing her finger; she believed she already knew the answer all