Both of them turned their heads and saw a helicopter swiftly approaching them.
Everyone immediately went into combat mode, nervously pulling out
their guns and aiming in the direction of the helicopter.
âThereâs no need to be nervous. Itâs probably not an enemy.â
Justin was the only one who remained calm and composed, showing
no change in his expression, as steady as a mountain.
âHow are you so sure?â Ryan asked in astonishment.
âIf it were the enemy, they would have been shooting at us already
from this distance. The fact that they havenât made any moves yet,
suggests that their intention is not to harm us.â
Ryan nodded vigorously in agreement. âThat makes sense!â
The helicopter landed smoothly on the beach, kicking up a irlwind
of sand that blinded everyone.
Amidst the raging wind, Justin stood with his eyes fixed or
disembarking from the helicopter.
In the following instant, his eyes widened in shock!
âOh shit! Itâsâ¦itâsâ¦the king of the underworld, The Matrix!â Ryan
blurted out.
When Ryan witnessed the imposing approach of Asher and his grou of men from KS Group, he
became so fearful that he immediately hi
behind Justin.
Despite being known as the notorious âPrince of Savrowâ, he was gripped by fear at this moment. It
wasnât just a random person. It was âThe Matrixâ. His notorious reputation preceded him and cast
an overwhelmingly intimidating shadow on the hearts of others.
At that moment, Justin and Asher locked eyes, sparking a silent
confrontation between them.
âWhat are you doing here, Asher?â Justinâs eyes held a sharp edge as
he spoke coldly.
âWe are here for the same reason. Is there really a need to ask?â Asher spared no warmth for his
former brother-in-law. Although he gradually understood Justinâs true feelings for Bella and his deep
regret over past actions, there was an embedded stubbornness in the Thompson family. Even if
they felt differently inside, they maintained stoic facades-a practice often referred to as âpretending
to be calm
while concealing true feelings.â
Considering Justinâs initial cruel abandonment of Bella and enduring three years of âwidowhoodâ,
she even risked bec
disabled on the battlefield for him. Under no circumstan
Asher easily change his attitude toward him. For Asher, Bell
d
a star in the sky. If Justin wanted her, he would have to pu
with the utmost determination.
Justin said firmly, âIâll take care of Winston. Asher, thereâs no nee
you to be concerned.â
Asher replied without backing down. âI am Bellaâs older brother. Th matter concerns the Thompson
family, so I will handle it.â
âRyan, letâs go.â Justin didnât bother to argue further and was prepared to leave with his men.
âIf I recall correctly, Mr. Salvador, you told my sister that you were on a business trip to Inalia.â Asher
pointed out in a cold tone.
Justin turned back abruptly and met Asherâs gaze, only to find him smiling. âIf Bella finds out that
you lied to her, regardless of your intentions behind it all, do you truly believe she wouldnât be
angry?
She would be furious.â
âDonât tell her!â Justinâs heart raced as he hurried toward Asher with a plea in his voice. âAsher,
everything Iâve done has been for Bellaâs sake. But Iâm afraid if she finds out Iâm going after
Winston, sheâll impulsively join me despite the risks. I canât bear seeing the woman I love in danger
because of me! But if I donât personally resolve this matter for Bella, then what sort of man am I?
What right do I have to
protect her?â
Filled with intense emotions, his words touched the hearts of all who
listened.
Asher furrowed his brows.
Ryan felt a strong urge to give his best friend a pat on the b
âAsher, I know that even now, you still resent me. You blam causing Bella so much anguish and for
abandoning her like a
heartless monster.â