Chapter 158 Under the Protection of Us
Leones thought, “Speak of the devil!”
He had barely cleared the threshold of Dragon Building when Veronica sprang up, effectively
blocking his way out.
“What’s this, Leones? You’re out of the slammer and can’t find a decent job?
“Let me guess, you’ve thrown in with that Undrago crew?”
“You did time, so crime’s your only path now?”
Her eyes narrowed, seething with a strange blend of rage and déjà vu.
It was as if they had just chatted recently.
But she knew for a fact that the last face–to–face was when he got out of jail.
That was almost a week ago,
Why did he suddenly feel so familiar?
One look into his clear eyes and her anger seemed to dissolve.
She hesitated, puzzled.
“It’s you?”
Staring back at her, Leones was equally surprised.
He recalled their fleeting chat last night at the base of Mountain Gloriland.
Except back then, he’d been Kenton Bloom, which was a disguise he wore like a second skin. Veronica, clueless about his alter ego, had even expressed gratitude and extended a dinner invite. It was funny how now, back as himself, Veronica turned vicious again, trying to drag him back to jail.
What would she say if she knew Kenton and Leones were one and the same?
“Leones Bloom!
“I’ll ask you one more time!”
Veronica questioned sternly, “Answer me, are you with Undrago or not?
“Speak!”
With Undrago?
Well, it wasn’t a lie.
“Well, how does it matter if I am or not?”
He wasn’t just a member of Undrago. He was their linchpin.
“We’ve got a report.
“A street fight between Undrago and the Martial Alliance.
“If you’re with Undrago, you’re staying right here for questioning!”
This wasn’t Veronica being difficult but the procedure. Sherland Government had sent guards
inside Dragon Building, while Sherland Guardians were on patrol outside.
The entire Dragon Building was on temporary lockdown.
Just as Leones prepared to respond, his phone vibrated in his pocket.
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It was a call from an unknown number.
Initially ignoring it, he was compelled to pick up when a second call came in.
It was Susan.
A sense of foreboding washed over him as he glanced at the screen. Something wasn’t adding up.
Sure enough, as soon as he picked up the phone, a menacing male voice crackled through the speaker.
“You’re Leones Bloom, also known as Kenton Bloom, huh?”
The stranger had somehow figured out both his identities.
“Who are you?” Leones shot back, alarmed.
“Heh, don’t worry about who I am for now…” The voice trailed off, replaced by Susan’s desperate pleas. “Leones, help me… Please… Call the police…”
Then, a chilling laugh from the stranger filled the air. “Listen to me carefully if you want her to stay alive.”
Flames of anger surged within Leones.
They had taken Susan hostage to blackmail him?
Was it someone from the Johnson family of Fatuma?
Or maybe a thug from Tonkai’s illegal market?
“Don’t lay a finger on her. Come at me if you’ve got the guts!” Leones warned coldly.
“You’ve got thirty minutes to get here.” The stranger barked out an address. “Come alone. No tricks.
“Dare involve the police, and you’ll see her corpse!”
He hung up, not waiting for a response.
“Hey! I’m talking to you!” Veronica snapped. “Quit pretending to be on the phone and respond!
“Are you with Undrago or not?”
Leones didn’t have time for chitchat. He needed to rush to save Susan.
In fact, with him on the job, there was no need to involve the police.
He glanced at Veronica. Getting her involved could be more of a liability than help.
“Step
aside. I’ve got an emergency,” he said as he strode forward.
“Not until you explain yourself,” Veronica retorted, blocking his path.
The tension was palpable, a standoff ensuing.
“Don’t make me force my way through,” Leones warned.
Had it been someone else, Leones would have approached, easily pushing aside a few guards.
However, he hesitated to lay hands on Veronica.
“Think you can touch me?” Veronica warned, “I suggest you avoid pointless resistance! This area is swarmed by Sherland Guardians. You won’t escape!”
Before she could even finish her words, the Sherland Guardians nearby sensed the commotion. and swiftly converged on the scene. Drawing their blades, they quickly surrounded him in a tight
circle.
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“I warned you. Don’t push me,” Leones said, ready to break free.
Veronica, almost instinctively, took a step back.
She was even surprised.
Known for her boldness, Veronica always charged forward without hesitation.
Yet now, she had involuntarily retreated, as though sensing danger.
What was going on?
Veronica was thoroughly baffled.
How could this guy possibly pose a threat?
What was she afraid of?
“Move!” Leones barked.
A clank sounded as Veronica unsheathed her waist blade, poised for a showdown.
“One more step, and you’ll regret it.”
Veronica’s final warning hung in the air. She was ready to take action at any moment.
The tension thickened, and the atmosphere was electric.
Just as the situation reached a precipice… “Wow, Veronica Quinn, you look so commanding with those Sherland Guardians.
“Remember, you’re supposed to protect, not intimidate.”
Just then, a melodious laugh cut through the tension. Everyone turned to see a young woman in teal clothes walk in.
The guards were about to intervene, but the woman brandished her badge.
Seeing the badge, the guards promptly stepped aside. The badge revealed her affiliation with Alryne’s war zone.
“It’s you!?” Veronica turned, spotting the woman of her age. Veronica frowned. “Lily Wellington, what are you doing here?”
It was indeed Lily Wellington, the daughter of the famed war god Felix Wellington from the Alryne region.
“Why wouldn’t I be here? Since when did Sherland become your personal playground?” Lily shot
back.
“Sherland Guardians are on official duty. Don’t stir up trouble here!” Veronica cautioned.
“Really? ‘Official‘?” Lily stepped before Leones, facing off with Veronica. “Whatever you’re up to, Mr. Bloom is under the protection of the Wellington family now.”
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