Revenge of the Abandoned Son

50. Against the Tide

Neither Kalix nor the system considered the possibility, they didn’t know who took Iann. Certainly, the person might live here or have relatives or friends residing here, granting them access.

This apartment is known for its strict security control—security guards and surveillance cameras are everywhere—so strangers can’t enter unless accompanied by a resident.

Even in the system-acquired video, the man is seen wearing a black jacket that conceals his entire face, rendering his identity unknown.

Instead of heading to the back building, Kalix first approaches the gatekeeper.

He asks one of the guards, ‘Sir, did you see my friend leave a few minutes ago? Can you tell me which way he went?’

The security guard, having been there before, knows the friend Kalix is referring to. He shakes his head and replies, ‘No one has left in the last hour.’

Kalix shows a puzzled expression and adds, ‘How is that possible? My friend left around 15-20 minutes ago, but he left his belongings, so I wa