Under the scorching sun, Josie stood. The heat was so intense that sweat seeped from her skin, her eyes filled with fear. In Arnold’s eyes, that scene was incredibly beautiful.

He found her beauty so breathtaking that he couldn’t help but laugh. In a soft voice, he said, “You really didn’t die.”

Suddenly, Dexter rose to his feet. Raising his hand, he commanded, “Stop!”

Mark’s people immediately ceased firing, careful to avoid accidentally harming Josie. Josie sensed the impending danger. She knew she was done for.

Step by step, Arnold made his way toward Josie. His gaze, however, was fixed on the two figures standing behind her. He recognized them. They were his own subordinates. Yet, the guns they held were pointed directly at him.

“Step back!” the two men shouted.

It doesn’t seem like they’re associated with underground mobs and more like they’re with law enforcers. Arnold licked his lips as a realization dawned on him. “Undercover, eh?”

Once their undercover identity was exposed, it would bring them endless trouble. Thus, Josie stepped forward. “I’m the one who held them hostage. If you have the guts, come at me.”

her as he spoke. “I recognize you two skilled operatives. How long have you

than surrender. “Mr. Carter, you are courageous and strategic. It’s not too late to turn back now. If you return to

Arnold said, “I should be thanking you

surrounded them with his men. “Boss,

show with Dexter to deceive me. However, your survival has indeed created many opportunities

of her neck, pushing her in front of him with one

worried gaze. He realized he had acted recklessly,

Dexter. Struggling to speak, he demanded, “Give her

Josie. “Give her to you? If I give her to you,

as he struggled to remain calm. “Do you think you’re hot sh*t threatening a woman? I’ll

with a hint of amusement. “Clearly, I can’t hold you down. You’re just too

love is not him but me. You came to my rescue when I was in

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