One hour passed, and anxiety enveloped Andrew. He appeared to be frowning as his younger sister still hadn't returned. After all, Erica had promised to spend only half an hour with her friend. Andrew wanted to approach Erica, but he needed help with the barrage of questions from William's colleague. Moreover, he didn't wish to Erica to get angry if he observed her too intensely. His phone, which had run out of battery, added to Andrew's distress. He truly had no means of reaching his sister out there. "Why, Andrew? You seem anxious," William asked. "Yes, Mr. William, I'm just worried because Erica hasn't returned yet. It's been an hour already. I'm afraid she might have gone off with her friend." "You're overreacting, Andrew. I'm sure she's fine. No one would dare to disturb her, especially in this elite environment. They're having a conversation out there. Let her enjoy her time. Erica may also be tired of being inside. Calm down, enjoy these dishes for now." William's words too
Andrew's eyes quickly scanned every guest that came to find Orlando. His steps were swift, like that of an eel. Behind him, William's guard followed him as per William's orders. The guard's footsteps made Andrew turn around and say, "Help me find Orlando! Look over there." They dispersed, the hundreds of people in the room making it quite challenging. Finally, Andrew's eyes caught sight of his ex-girlfriend, Nadine, who was enjoying cake in the corner of the room. Andrew's breath became heavy; he gripped Nadine's arm and pulled her roughly. "Where the hell is Orlando?!" Nadine panicked, seeing Andrew consumed by anger. But she still tried not to show her fear and shrugged off her ex-boyfriend's hand. "Control yourself, Andrew!" "Shut up and answer my question! Where is Orlando?!" Nadine concealed her nervousness. But her confidence that Andrew was a weak man who wouldn't dare do anything wrong made her respond calmly to Andrew's question. "What's your business in looking for Orla
The loud applause welcomed Andrew as he reentered the meeting building. The lights dimmed, now only illuminating two middle-aged men at the front, none other than Santiago and William. There was a reason they were the center of attention; the highlight of tonight's meeting was taking place. Santiago began to speak, delivering his speech. This made Andrew realize that William would need more time to help him. "Shit! Why did you have to give a speech at such a crucial moment, William!" Not wanting to waste time, Andrew left the building again. His head was buzzing; the calmness that had come earlier had disappeared. "Argh! What else can I do?! Where can I get information about that car?" Restlessness was evident in Andrew's expression as he walked back into the darkness of the street leading towards the park, where his beloved sister disappeared. "Okay, I have to empty my mind. Earlier, I had a vision because I managed to calm myself. I beg you, oh, necklace! Grant me your power an
Two men clinked their glasses under the dim light in a dark-colored corner of the room. The glass in their hands held the world's finest wine, and a smirk appeared on the face of one of the men, none other than Orlando."Great job, Steve." Orlando patted the shoulder of the white-haired man in front of him. "Your group is clever enough to create a hidden place like this in the middle of the city. I didn't make a mistake choosing you to help me.""Thank you for your praise. You're working with the Black Spider, Mr. Orlando. Let me ask you, has there ever been a failed mission in the decades that this group has existed? Even when my father passed the mandate for me to continue this group five years ago, we remained at the top. Professional and efficient are our mottos. Besides, I work according to my payment, and you offered a price that makes me work above our motto."Orlando gave a crooked smile and finished his drink. He nodded and then walked to a nearby room. The room had dimmer li
The sound of shuffled cards could be heard from the room where Erica was held. Three guards were focused on the stack of coins and money on the floor, unaware that Erica's eyes were watching them from the bed above.Yes, Erica was awake now, no longer in her unconscious state. However, she wasn't impulsive enough to immediately shout or resist."Where am I? My body feels so sore..."Erica's eyes scanned the room, her vision slightly blurred from the blow she received to the head while resisting in the car. Erica could only see the three men as mere shadows with the dim light.The bound condition of her hands and feet made it even more difficult for Erica to move and lift her aching body slightly, the pain instantly hitting her."Damn, they tied me up tightly. I can't do anything."Erica tried to twist her hands, searching for any gaps to loosen the restraints, but to no avail. Amidst the pain she felt, a tall shadow figure appeared from the direction of the door. Erica closed her eyes
Andrew seemed to be hiding among the pillars of a building near the alley that matched the clues in his dream. His gaze was fixed on a black car that had been parked in front of the alley."Damn, what are they doing?! It's taking so long! I can't go in there if that car is still there!"After three minutes, the car finally moved. However, it went onto the main road instead of entering the alley.Andrew didn't waste any time; he immediately resumed his steps to enter the alley.A car with the license plate REJ 288 was parked in front of the scrap metal bin, exactly as the clue Andrew had received indicated.Andrew peered into the car but found nothing inside."Where have they taken Erica?"The sound of a motorcycle could be heard from behind the wall, causing Andrew to hide next to the car, precisely between the car and the narrow wall.The light from the motorcycle's headlamp could be seen from the left side, specifically from the end of the alley, indicating that the motorcycle was e
The gaze between Andrew and Orlando clashed. They were contrasting, one showing hatred, the other displaying pleasure like a hungry lion seeing its prey."You bastard!"Andrew attempted to kick Orlando, who was in front of him, but three men who were Steve's henchmen immediately blocked the kick, causing Andrew to fall."Andrew!" Erica's scream calling her brother's name was stopped by Steve, who gagged Erica's mouth with a handkerchief."Don't touch my sister! Face me and let her go! Ugh!" Andrew tried to free his leg from one of Steve's henchmen's grip, but he couldn't succeed.Andrew's focus was shattered. Since he was overpowered by three of Steve's henchmen, he struggled to move his body, with his arms and legs being held down by the three individuals. Part of Andrew's mind raced to Erica, weakening his strength."Neither you nor your sister will survive. Even if your sister does survive, I'll make her disabled and turn her into my slave! Haha!"Orlando approached Andrew and kick
"What are you saying?!" Andrew tightened his grip on Steve's collar. His eyes widened, and the mention of William's name sent Andrew's mind into chaos."I said, I'm under Mr. William. You surely know who William is, right? Just so you know, he's going after everyone who has destroyed his group. If you still want to live, you better stop, Andrew."Steve grinned, his teeth stained with blood, relishing the turmoil on Andrew's face.Andrew glanced at Orlando, who was still lying on the floor. "Hey, bastard, is it true that you're working with William?""Can you guys stop mentioning William in front of me? I have nothing to do with that idiot's name! It's not my concern if he's under William or anyone else." Orlando glanced at Andrew, saliva mixed with blood dripping from his mouth.Doubt crept into Andrew's heart. Everything that had happened, from his encounter with William to the strange book in the room and today's events, seemed like a deliberate setup.However, Erica's battered face