Chapter 309 - Just an eerie thought

[Leon's side]

Ever since Leon interrupted and attacked the one of the largest gang in the town, the night of this auspicious town far away from Central City became more bustling at night knowing that the local gangs were taken custody.

Peering at the lights of the said town from afar while leisurely sitting at the thick branch of a tall tree, Leon opened a small chocolate bar and savor it with great appreciation. Since he had grown tired of going to the town and witness the never-ending cycle of the townsfolk habits, he would rather keep his peace.

"Goombah, what do you think the boss will do next?" Jack inquired.

Turning his head to the other branch near him, Jack was holding a can of beer was also leisurely sitting on a tree branch like he was sitting on a couch while a plastic of can beers sat on his lap. The news of Seraphina's grandfather reached them that very day of his death alas, they chose to not show themselves as they knew it wasn't the best choice they got.

Moreover, they would rather prepare the necessary arrangements for the upcoming plans Seraphina had in her mind. After all, even without receiving any concrete order about her enemies, all of them were well-aware that Seraphina didn't gather them for no reason.

"Who knows." Leon retracted his gaze away from Jack and returned them to appreciate the lively town. In his mind, how nice would it be to turn this town into a ghost one? Having that sudden eerie idea, the side of his lips curled upward.

"Whatever you're thinking right now, forget about it. That will not happen… or rather it might happen but it will also be your tombstone." Guessing exactly the murderous nature of Leon, Jack unenthusiastically muttered. By the tone of his voice, he wasn't trying to stop him or cheering him. He was just stating a fact or future facts. Knowing Seraphina, she's probably itching to dismember someone and if Leon would do something horrendous without her order, Jack was certain that he needed to prepare his burial attire.

Shaking his head, Jack glanced at Leon's indifferent expression as if he didn't hear his comments. 'This guy…' Jack was no words to Leon anymore. Despite having delicate features, Leon and Seraphina's profile are very much the same, delicate and harmless-looking that if not know any better, one will think that they can be pushed around.

Though they have a rather surprising long patience towards the ignorant ones especially people that don't have any connection with the underworlds, however, if touched their bottom lines, they could only hope for an easy death.

Throwing his thought about Seraphina and Leon's deceiving front at the back of his mind, Jack continued consuming his can of beer -- unafraid whether he'll free fall if ever he got drunk. After all, he knew his capabilities and limits. Also, to him, it's nice to inflict pain every once in a while to know if he's still alive.

"What a tedious night!" Jack exclaimed after salivating his throat by the cold and bitter beer.

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[Country F]

Staring at the golden sunset from a certain hotel's rooftop, a middle-aged man lit his cigarette and took a long drag. His face was covered with a growing beard that hides half of his face. If it weren't for the luxurious tailored lux and limited edition wristwatch, he looks rather simple.

A young man who's eyes were akin to a glimmering emerald, a narrow and aquiline nose that matched perfectly with his refined olive complexion, appeared behind the middle-aged man without a sound. "Big Guy, the preparations are complete, they're just waiting for your signal."

"Ceased, Giovanni. She lost her old man, it's not the best time to play with her." Big Guy commanded with his ever authoritative tone. Giovanni who was slightly appalled by his master's command pursed his lips trying to hold back his words.

"A person who has nothing to lose is terrifying." Big Guy briefly explicated. Indeed, it wasn't a good idea if he chose to continue his assault as nothing can stop Seraphina anymore. Before, she was deliberately and evidently holding back due to her sick grandfather. But now, even he needed to retreat and plan for his next move as his enemies and him would be walking on a block of thin ice.

Furthermore, if his intuition is correct, Dragon and Seraphina must have put their dispute on a truce as Dragon had been missing in action for the past month. Surely, his devil's eyes were handy concealing all his activities. Seraphina, on the other hand, had her eyes all over the world and if he sees him, surely, there's no place to hide in god's eyes.

While Big Guy on the other hand only has his mind and connection. Though this young Don's were troublesome acquiring their own toys, Big Guy was confident that he'll be victorious if he planned everything out -- no loopholes and mistake must slide. Hence, provoking Seraphina now wasn't the best as she will be certainly thirsty for blood.

"Understood," Giovanni responded before turning his back and pressed his earpiece. He commanded; "abort the mission."

Arriving at the grandiose Jin family mansion, Liam headed straight to his study. Since it was late, it was understandable that the whole mansion only has a few maids and servants around.

In no time, Liam reached his study room, alas, he didn't go to his desk or the usual spot he used to rest. Instead, he strode towards the giant bookshelves. Tracing some of the books, Liam's index finger halted at one of the thick books before he slid it to him.

Opening the book in the middle, a thin case was hidden in it which made the corner of his lips turned upward indicating he found what he was looking for. Without further ado, Liam picked the thin case before closing the book by one hand. 

"Liam -- no,"