Zero: God Of Mercenary

Chapter 15: Stealth

Jay swallowed hard, realizing there was no way out.

With no choice but to accept it, he turned and slunk away.

He didn’t dare defy Ryan. Sticking around after this would only make things worse, a slap in his own face.

As Jay disappeared, Ryan’s usual calm smile returned.

“Remember,” he said, “Everyone here is a guest, no matter their status. If something like this happens again, I won’t hesitate to step in.”

A murmur rippled through the guests.

They exchanged tense glances, the kind of silent, nervous conversation that followed any reminder of Ryan’s influence.

He was a force few dared to cross—a single word from him could move mountains, shake governments, and, some said, even trigger strikes at his command.

But here he was, exercising his power over… a petty insult?

“Please, just enjoy the party.” Ryan continued, a glimmer of lightness in his voice. “Tonight marks the thirtieth gathering I’ve hosted here, and I’d like it to be a night we all remember fondly.”

Hearing this, the crowd