Meanwhile, Josie had been bound to a chair for two full days. Her entire body was numb as she stared blankly at the images on the television screen.

It was unclear how much she had watched.

The camera focused on the lively guests. Dexter and Heather were not present. Josie presumed they were preparing.

It’s happening soon…

Josie could clearly sense the nervousness in Johnny and his subordinates.

Unexpectedly, Josie felt relaxed. She couldn’t care less, knowing that there was no chance for redemption.

“Boss… what’s that sound…” one lackey asked Johnny, holding his breath to listen.

Johnny’s brow furrowed as he discerned the sporadic, weighty thuds of a walking stick hitting the floor, indicating the presence of someone using a walker.

“Someone’s coming!” Johnny exclaimed in alarm. He drew his knife, cautiously moving forward.

Josie furrowed her brows. She also heard the sound of the walking stick approaching, the disordered footfalls growing louder. Their intent was unmistakable. They were advancing in their direction.

to look up and saw a hunched figure, leaning on a walking stick. When her gaze fell on

How can

was already over sixty, and although his health was not the best, he

abandoned construction site, his gaze finally settling

His gaze darkened.

him, a hint of fear lingering in his voice. “How

said, “This is my home. If anyone should be asking that question, it should be

Johnny searched his memories. “Y-You’re

on earth did Mark manage to find this place? Wasn’t it

commented, “Young man, you

walking stick, completely disregarding the

and his subordinates were forced

discriminate. You’re not

now. There’s nothing I haven’t seen. Your mere knife

to move

Should we take action? But this man is, nominally, Heather’s father at present! If we don’t, then what are we going

tip of his blade. “Listen, young man. Whatever you’re planning to do is none

Josie. Her eyes unmistakably carried a

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