Chapter 2007

Rhea watched Mike’s expression and maintained her posture without moving. After a while, she slowly withdrew her hand as if she had already believed him.

However, Mike remained motionless, leaning against the wall desolately. “Just kill me. Kill me, and I’ll be relieved!”

“What are you talking about?” Rhea said coldly. “You don’t want to save your son anymore? Do you honestly think he’s already dead?”

“Whether he’s dead or not, what difference does it make? Can you help me save him? Alexander couldn’t do it, so how can you?” Mike turned to look at her and noticed the long needle she was holding.

The needle was no ordinary sewing needle or a regular hospital needle. It was longer than usual.

‘If that’s what Rhea pressed against me earlier, it’s safe to assume it can pierce my clothes and penetrate my internal organs.’

With that thought, Mike broke out in a cold sweat.

Rhea remained nonchalant and glanced at him, saying, “How do you know I can’t?”

“Heh, stop bragging. You don’t even know where the organization is, so how can you expect to find my son? If Alexander couldn’t do it, how could you?” Mike mocked her.

Facing his mockery, Rhea remained unbothered and calmly said, “Ever heard of ‘practice makes perfect?’ Besides, not knowing the organization’s location doesn’t mean I don’t know how to save your son. It was the boss’s idea to do what he did to your son.”

“What are you saying?” Mike instantly became alert, sitting up and staring at her.

He had always believed the “boss” was an executor, and the organization decided everything based on their intentions. However, Rhea claimed it was solely the “boss’s” idea to kidnap Mike’s son.

“Weren’t you the one who wanted to die? Weren’t you just asking me to kill you?” This time, it was Rhea who taunted him.

Mike did not mind it and looked at Rhea earnestly. “I don’t care if you kill or tear me apart as long as you can help me save my son!”

“Why would I want to tear you apart? I’m not experimenting,” Rhea scoffed, casually retracting her needle. She continued, “Let me tell you something. The situation with your son was the boss’s idea. He kidnapped your son to threaten you into investing. The organization doesn’t lack money, but limited funds are available for investment. Also…

“Also, what?!” Mike wanted to hear Rhea’s words, whether true or false. After all, he could only discern the truth after listening. However, he would remain in the dark if she did not continue.

Rhea smiled, then said, “Also, your son doesn’t hold much value to the organization now.”

“What do you mean?” Mike had a bad feeling about her vague explanation.

“You should know value is the most important thing for the organization. Ultimately, what purpose would we serve once we lose our value? Do you know the consequences if you and I lose our value?” Rhea turned and smirked at Mike.

Mike furrowed his brow, clenched his fists, and said, “Abandonment. Treat us like discarded pawns.”

Rhea burst into laughter after hearing his words. “Do you honestly think that’s what’ll happen? You’re so naive! Do you think the organization is that merciful? You and I know so many secrets lie within the organization.

“If they think we’re useless, do you genuinely believe they would abandon us and offer us a way out?”

She laughed as if Mike had said something funny.

Goosebumps crept up Mike’s back as he tightened his grip on his fist. “Are you saying they’ll off us?”