Rise Of The Supreme General

Chapter 99

“You’re not coming with me this time, Stacey,” Adam said firmly. "Last time, you almost got yourself killed. You have no idea what we’re up against.”

Stacey shook her head. “I know the risks. But I can handle myself, Adam. You don’t have to do this alone.”

“I appreciate it, but I need you safe. Stay here.”

Before another word could be exchanged, an arrow tore through the air, embedding itself in Adam's chest. The impact drove him back a step, and he grimaced as he felt the venomous burn begin to spread from the wound.

"Adam!" Stacey's eyes widened in shock, and she instinctively raised her guard, scanning the area.

From the thick shadows, Viper emerged, flanked by a group of twenty men, all armed and eager for blood. A smug grin curled on his lips as he looked at Adam, the arrow wound in his chest.

"You’ll be dead in five minutes," Viper sneered. "That poison is designed to kill, even someone like you, warlord."

Adam met his gaze, his expression dark and defiant. "Five minutes, huh?"