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Chapter 158 - Under Siege: A Night of Confrontations
Author: Herolich
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Zane maintained his stance, composed and seemingly undisturbed by the circle of men tightening around him.

Each one held a wooden baton, their grips tight and their faces set in expressions of grim determination.

Despite the menacing situation, Zane's voice carried a hint of provocation, "Is this all the muscle you could gather?"

Aaron, interpreting Zane's calm as a facade, laughed scornfully.

"Fool, I know you're just pretending to hide your fear, right? Haha." His voice carried a mocking tone. "Now, you'll face the consequences of messing with me."

But Zane's slight smile belied his true feelings; instead of fear, a surge of adrenaline fueled his readiness.

It had been a while since he'd faced a challenge of this nature, and he felt invigorated by the confrontation, ready to defend himself.

At that moment, Cedric's voice broke through the tension.

He had rolled down the car window and was leaning out, waving casually at Zane as if they were not in the midst of a potentially vio
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