Chapter 285 Keeping the Secret
Eric affectionately looked at Kate and softly coaxed, Kate, my meeting ran late tonight, so I didn’t call. Why don’t you get some rest? I’ll be heading home soon.”
Kate adjusted on the bed, holding her phone close, looking at Eric with a hint of grievance, “Well… you’ve been working so late again. Did you eat properly?”
Seeing her concerned expression, Eric swiftly comforted her. “I’ve already had a proper meal, Kate. No
need to fret.”
Checking the time, his voice gentled. “Kate, go ahead and get some sleep, okay? It’s important to rest. I’ll finish up here soon and be back with you in a few days.”
Kate sighed with discontent and reluctantly conceded. “Ric, you really should get some rest early too.”
She could see it too–Eric’s weariness was evident in his eyes and expression.
After all, it was almost dawn, and he hadn’t rested yet.
Eric let out a sigh only after Kate hung up, then stepped out of the restroom.
Lucas stood waiting outside for Eric and instinctively asked. “Is everything alright?”
Eric nodded faintly and instructed firmly. “Manage those individuals and incentivize anyone who uncovers the link between Ivan and that organisation
“Got it!”
Lucas replied promptly, then paused, casting a concerned glance at Eric. “Boss, you should also take some rest. And if we continue hiding this from Madam for too long, I fear we won’t be able to maintain
secrecy
Considering this, Eric couldn’t help but feel somewhat uneasy.
His Kate was too attached to him, and she might initiate a video call at any time. Eric was currently in Bastilla, confronting imminent risks. If something unexpected were to happen
Kate would definitely notice.
Eric cast his eyes downward. “Let’s keep it hidden as it can.”
Kate was so smart. She would inevitably detect any hint of trouble. His only recourse was to quickly address the issues in Bastilla, beginning with the Saint Falcons and Ivan, and to root out those hidden individuals
The faster this was accomplished, the sooner he could reunite with his beloved Kate back home.
The word about the abrupt demise and swift takeover of the Saint Falcons in Melvern City swiftly circulated to nearby cities.
The Saint Falcons had garnered a reputation as one of the top underground organisations in Bastilla.
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making its overnight dismantling truly remarkable.
Meanwhile, Eric, the mastermind behind the downfall of the Saint Falcons, savoured a peaceful night’s rest at the hotel.
Upon arriving in Bastilla, he eschewed rest and immediately confronted the Saint Falcons in Melvern City, catching its members off guard.
And this is just the beginning.
Ivan… what was his link to that organisation?
While Eric enjoyed a peaceful night’s sleep. Ivan endured a harrowing ordeal.
He found himself trapped in a dim, small room, undergoing intense interrogation focused on the wolf head tattoo.
Throughout that fateful night, he endured relentless torment.
When he finally managed a moment’s respite, he opened his eyes to behold Eric, whose visage résembled that of a demon.
Ivan was soaked through, utterly exhausted. At the sight of Eric, he instinctively shrank back.
“Aren’t you going to talk?”
Eric stood bathed in shadow, half his face veiled by darkness. The intensity radiating from him was palpable, his voice chillingly cold.
Ivan gritted his teeth and locked eyes with him. I… I’ve revealed everything I know!”
He struggled to grasp Eric’s singular obsession with the wolf head tattoo.
“I got the tattoo purely for its aesthetic appeal. I have no knowledge of the organisation you’re mentioning.”
Eric maintained his impassive gaze on Ivan and spoke calmly. “If you refuse to cooperate, the interrogation will continue.”
With that, he turned and left.