Chapter 226:

Mars lay on the floor, his bloodshot eyes glaring at Justin with unwillingness. "You must have another motive," he said, his voice full of suspicion. "You can't possibly be just an ordinary girl."

Justin shrugged, giving a light smile. "I told you, I'm just an ordinary girl," he replied, his eyes cold. He knew that admitting anything more would only cause more trouble. Keeping Mars in the dark could help him control the situation better.

Mars frowned, his eyes narrowing. "Listen, we can cooperate," he said, his tone softening. "You're smart, and so am I. If we work together, we could achieve so much more."

Justin shook his head, without hesitation. "I have no interest in cooperating with a serial killer like you," he said firmly. "You've caused too much pain. It's time you paid the price."

Mars was not ready to give up. He changed tactics, his voice becoming more persuasive. "You don't understand," he said. "I have resources and connections you can't even imagine. If you work with me,