All women in this world behave in a similar way-timid and fearful. Normally, they get scared even at the sight of a cockroach and jump around in panic. Now, how dare she plead for him in front of boss
At this moment, Evelyn suddenly spoke, “Killing him would be too bloody. Let it go.”
The person’s eyes flickered with joy, but before he could say anything, Evelyn continued in a light tone, “Darling, don’t you still need workers for your project in Africa? I think he would be quite suitable.”
The man’s mouth twitched, “…”
Everyone: “…”
The environment in Africa is extremely harsh, with incidents of burning, killing, and looting occurring frequently. Moreover, there is a prevalent virus that, once contracted, is almost a death sentence.
Therefore, Evelyn’s suggestion can be described as extremely ruthless.
People exchanged glances, their expectant eyes turning to Henry. Boss is decisive but never resorts to such harsh methods. The woman’s proposal is bound to be in vain.
The next moment, a hint of a cold and stern smile crossed Henry’s lips, “As you wish.”
Evelyn leaned in close to him and whispered, “If you keep indulging me like this, be careful I might sell you off to Africa as a laborer.”
Henry took hold of her hand and whispered, “Haven’t I been working hard enough on bed?”
“You!” Evelyn utterly speechless, “Even if it’s hard work, you volunteered, so no complaining.”
Henry replied, “Yes, Madam.”
While the two exchanged whispers, the perception of those around them underwent a dramatic change.
Boss actually agreed to such a nonsensical punishment?
The man waiting for punishment was completely dumbfounded, dragged away by other ‘Shadowguard’ member…
The villa returned to calmness. David approached Henry with a notebook. “Boss, the transaction over there has started.”
He opened a surveillance feed, showing another villa where a group of people was in the midst of a transaction.
Evelyn couldn’t make out the details of the items being exchanged, but when she glimpsed the leader of the second party, she froze.
Gavin!
Why was this guy, instead of staying at the research institute, coming here? For what?
Henry noticed her expression, and his gaze flickered, “Do you know him?”
“No,” Evelyn shook her head, then quickly realizing that the incident on the top floor of the hospital might have been discovered. She explained, “It’s just that these people saved me during the little accident in the hospital last time.”
Henry glanced at her but remained silent, seemingly buying into her explanation.
Evelyn breathed a sigh of relief and asked in a low voice, “Are you bringing me here to fight with that person?”
Henry raised an eyebrow, silently giving her an affirmative look.
…
Right now, Gavin represented her research institute. Beating up Gavin would be like beating up herself.
Evelyn looked at the determination in Henry’s eyes…
“Our country advocates peace, why do we have to fight?” she whispered.
Henry and David exchanged a glance.
Wasn’t this the same woman who was so excited just a moment ago?
After a brief pause, David explained, “This person is Gavin, currently in charge of the NS Research Institute. Recently, the institute stole a batch of goods from boss three times. This time is the second batch.”
David pointed to the iron box on the surveillance screen.
Evelyn felt a sense of numbness, wishing she could kick Gavin out through the surveillance right now. Seriously, why provoke Henry of all people? Damn it, this could be a disaster.
With only ten minutes left, Evelyn attempted to dissuade Henry from beating Gavin to death. Unfortunately, it failed.
As the group prepared to leave, she grabbed Henry again, “With so many of us, strolling in like this, what if we’re discovered? Won’t that be revealing our plans?”
Henry’s gaze darkened, “They will die sooner or later, not afraid.”
Uh… why did that sound so bloody?
In a flash, Henry led the group outside. Panicking, Evelyn had just sent a message to Gavin, but unfortunately, received no reply. She could only hope that Gavin had escaped and was simply unable to respond in time.
However, when they pushed open the gate, Gavin was casually sitting on the other side of the long table, making direct eye contact with her.
Evelyn blinked forcefully.
Gavin did not look at her. Instead, he reached for the phone on the table with his left hand, indicating that he had seen the message.
Evelyn: “…” He saw the message and still didn’t leave? Is he looking for death?
“Boss.” Dominic, the other party sitting across from Gavin, stood up with a grin, playing with the goods in his hands, “Since we’re all here, why not sit down and have an honest talk?”
“I only have this batch of goods. If both of you want it, I’ll have to go with the highest bidder.” Dominic grinned maliciously, as if this situation was what he had been anticipating.
Henry cast a cold glance at him.
David stepped forward immediately, “Dominic, boss had an exclusive agreement with you in the beginning. It’s already showing mercy that we didn’t gave you trouble when you changed personnel without permission. I advise you, don’t push your luck.
In this world, while there are many roads, there are also many pitfalls. Dominic, you might fall and die in one of them someday.”
David was serious, but his words were infuriating.
Evelyn chuckled softly.
Dominic, glancing over, instantly glued his eyes to Evelyn.
Coming from abroad, he had seen countless beauties, but the one before him was the only one who could make his heart race at a glance.
“Tsk tsk… Lucky me,” Dominic grinned, his gaze becoming increasingly lascivious.
He handed the goods to his subordinate and turned to Gavin, “Sorry, sir. I can’t sell you this batch of goods.”
“Boss, getting these goods is not impossible, but it will cost a bit. Is this young lady under your care? As long as you’re willing to give her to me, I can halve the previous price, what do you say?”
Upon hearing Dominic’s words, David first trembled, nervously looking towards Henry.
This was bad!
Now peace was completely out of the question.
David felt that Dominic was probably the most audacious person he had ever encountered in his life. He silently retreated.
Then, a burst of coldness erupted from Henry. He looked at Dominic with an icy stare, as if observing a dead man.
Dominic was frightened and shivered, realizing the severity of the situation.
“I… I just mentioned it casually. If the boss is unwilling, you can just…”
“Too late.” Henry spoke slowly, reaching for his waist.
A gunshot echoed, and the entire villa fell into a deathly silence.
Dominic was shot.
Kneeling on the ground, he looked at his bleeding leg in belated realization. With a cry, he collapsed.
“Henry, don’t forget who I am. If you dare to lay a hand on me, foreign forces will never let you go.”
Dominic, in pain, took a deep breath, “You better arrange a plane for me, send the best medical team. Otherwise…”
Before he could finish his sentence, a black muzzle pointed at his forehead.
“Otherwise, what?”
Then, with a ‘click’, the sound of a bullet being loaded abruptly resounded through the hall.
Dominic looked at Henry in horror and urgently shouted, “Are you, are you serious? No, no need for a plane, no need for a doctor. I can leave on my own.”
“I’ll give you those goods. I’m begging you, spare me. I won’t threaten you again, won’t covet…”
The word after “covet” hit Henry’s bottom line directly. He didn’t give Dominic a chance to say the rest, pulling the trigger abruptly. Dominic’s eyes rolled back, and his half-raised head was slammed back down, breathless.
His subordinates were immediately dumbfounded, grabbing the goods and fleeing frantically. However, the downhill paths were already blocked by Henry’s men.
“Boss.” David stepped forward, “How should we deal with the remaining people?”
Henry’s tone was icy, “Eliminate.”
David understood and signaled his men outside.
Evelyn didn’t hear any commotion outside, but she was well aware that Henry’s simple words had just ended the journey of those people in this world.
In her previous life, witnessing such a scene would have scared her into fleeing in all directions. But now, looking at Henry’s cold and expressionless face, she unexpectedly felt a sense of pride.
This man, was undeniably hers.
Suddenly, Henry furrowed his brows, his gaze locked onto his exquisitely crafted handmade leather shoes.
Evelyn carefully examined the shoes and noticed a drop of blood on the tip. It looked abrupt, disgusting, and strangely repulsive.
She rummaged through her pocket and pulled out a white handkerchief, handing it over, “Wipe it off.”
Henry bent down, wiped away the tiny drop of blood, and tossed the handkerchief into the trash. The tension around him increased slightly due to this abrupt action.
He glanced at the gun in his hand and then gave a chilling look at Gavin.
Evelyn tensed instantly, her heart pounding rapidly. After looking at Dominic on the ground, she shifted her gaze towards Gavin. Gavin immediately understood her signal.
Evelyn held Henry’s hand, blinked at Gavin, signaling him to run quickly.
Suddenly, Henry switched hands and pointed the muzzle at Gavin.