An Understated Dominance

Zephyr Lodge, on the outskirts of town, was now the base for Kirin Gang.

Dustin had gone there to lay low after he left the Hill family residence.

The Hills were upset. So, there was no point in trying to explain himself to them. The best course of action was to uncover the truth to prove his innocence.

Who was the one who murdered Paul? Why did the murderer set him up?

With those questions in mind, Dustin ordered everyone in Kirin Gang to uncover the truth. Everyone available was sent out to gather information.

Time was of the essence. They had to stabilize the situation before things got worse.

“Sir Rhys!” Nelson barged into the meeting room with sweat running down his face. “Sir Rhys! We’ve got trouble! The Hills and their men are headed for Zephyr Lodge!”

“So soon?” Dustin frowned.

They had just started using Zephyr Lodge as their base. Only a handful of people knew its location. He never thought they would be able to track him down within mere hours. It was obvious that someone had been keeping an eye on him and his whereabouts.

The higher-ups in the alliance and many martial artists have joined

aren’t looking good for us. You should escape while you can. I’ll hold them up!” “I’ll stand my ground, come what may,” Dustin said. “Escaping will only

stepped out the door. Running away wasn’t going to solve

he’d become the public

You murderer! Get out and accept

people gathered outside Zephyr Lodge. At a glance, there were more than a

stood at the center, with the Balerno martial arts alliance on the left and the Glenstead

martial artists who came after hearing about Paul’s death. They were ready to seek justice on his behalf.

burn this place

a resounding creak. Soon after, Dustin and Nelson stepped out and faced the thousands

finally decided to come out, Dustin!”

yourself right here in front of everyone. At least this way, you’ll die a more honorable death!”

Kill yourself!” The crowd clamored and

Lodge. It was