The Ultimate Revenge System

86. Playing Tactics

"Stupid!" Elliot cursed on the phone to his subordinate. His heart was filled with rage at the thought of Rupert escaping successfully. How was it possible that, even with the deployment of special forces, he managed to stay alive? It was as if he had multiple lives, like a cat.

[He is suspected to have gone to the city of Laiton, Sir; should we pursue him there?]

"NO! My dealings could be prolonged if I have to deal with Robert there," Elliot replied, referring to the mayor of Laiton. Their relationship wasn't considered close because the man was relatively young when he took the seat, and their conversations didn't connect well. It could even be said that they tended to end in arguments. Elliot didn't like his arrogance.

'And Rupert knew that, so he escaped there? Pretty clever,' thought Elliot.

[Alright, Sir. What should we do now?]

"Tighten the borders; he will surely come back sooner or later. I don't want to be caught off guard. Make sure he can't safely re-enter my city, especi