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.

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

How can it be

his health was not the best, he remained calm even in the face of

He scanned the desolate, abandoned construction site, his gaze

His gaze darkened.

you!” Johnny brandished his knife at him, a hint of fear lingering in his voice. “How

Mark turned his gaze toward Johnny, his voice steady as he said, “This is my home. If anyone should be asking that question, it should

searched his

terrifying! How on earth did Mark manage to

man, you

walked forward, leaning on his walking stick, completely disregarding the knife he was

and his subordinates were forced

Weapons don’t discriminate. You’re not young anymore. There’s

nothing I

to move

next. Should we take action? But this man is, nominally,

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

Her eyes unmistakably carried a trace of anticipation, but in an instant,

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