Chapter 505 - 505: The Time Had Come

[ Block 9, Cudilla Old Village in City Y. Meeting Time: 5:00 am. ]

After the 36 hours deadline, the time had come for Erick to face the Dark Knight Organization. Everything was all set on his part. He was praying that everything would work according to their plan.

Erick and Mr. Carter were riding one car. General Jason and his team were following them behind. They all made the necessary preparations for this day. Erick just wanted to see Elle, safe and sound.

"Are you ready now?" Mr. Carter asked Erick, glancing at him through the rear-view mirror.

"Yes, I hope my wife is just fine," Erick said. The worry and concern were painted on his tired face.

Mr. Carter tapped Erick's shoulder. "You can do it. Nothing terrible will happen to them. Erick… just focus on saving them. Don't worry about me. The Dark Knight will not hurt me."

"Don't hesitate, Erick. No matter what happens, you should secure your wife and your baby first. Can you promise me that?" Mr. Carter was asking Erick for his reassurance.

Erick didn't answer directly. He had complex feelings right now. He wanted to save Elle and their baby but at the same time, he couldn't bear to put Mr. Carter's life on the line. If he could save them both then he would do his best to do it.

They were near the agreed meeting place when Phantom contacted Erick through their communicating device.

Phantom: " Son, we are all in our respective posts and positions now. There were about 20 men on the Dark Knight's side. Surprisingly, our plan worked. It seemed that they didn't bring more men. They are confident that you followed everything they said and didn't bring any back-ups."

Erick: "Father, did you see Elle?"

Phantom: "Not yet. I think she's still inside the Black van. There's a black van in the middle of the field. Their men are highly armed. They are guarding the van. There's a high possibility that Alfonso is with her. They are still inside the van."

Erick heaved a frustrated sigh after hearing that. He was eager to know Elle's condition at this point. But even Phantom hadn't seen her yet. Phantom's team and Skull Gang members were already there, hiding and monitoring the Dark Knight"s men.

Phantom: "Son, I think your suspicion was right. They didn't plant any snipers around the area. It seemed that they already anticipated your next move and action."

Erick's grip on the steering wheel tightened. Complicated emotions could be seen in his eyes. He didn't know if he should be glad or not about this.

Erick: "Thanks, father. I'm counting on you. Please help me save Elle."

Phantom: " Don't worry, Son. We got your back."

It did not take long when Erick and Mr. Carter arrived in the area. Just like what Black Shadow had said before, the place was perfect to salvage and kill anyone without worrying about getting caught by the police authority or having people witness everything.

There were no people residing in the area. It looked like a hunted village in the middle of a wide field. There were also a lot of trees around the area. Erick and Mr. Carter could smell the fresh air and could hear the rustling sound of leaves as the trees and rice plants swayed, following the movements of the wind.

Since it was already 5:20 am, the surrounding was not dark anymore as the sun was starting to ascend from the east. Another source of light came from the headlights of their cars.

"Boss, they are here," One man informed Alfonso.

After a few seconds, Alfonso stepped out of the van together with Elle. Elle was being held in place by one big guy. She was not struggling. She's very obedient to them, that's why Alfonso didn't tie her hands.

Erick's heart raced upon seeing Elle. He had the urge to run in her direction and hug her tightly. He just tried his best to contain himself. He was aware that he couldn't act recklessly in front of Alfonso and other Dark Knight members.

Elle also had a look of longing in her dark eyes upon seeing Erick. The two of them exchanged meaningful glances with one another. Just one look and they could already understand what they felt at that certain moment.

Peering at her surroundings, Elle felt very nervous for the first time. She was afraid for Erick and her baby's safety. But she put his 100 percent trust in Erick, Phantom, and James. This time she was not fighting alone. She had them… she had those people close to her.

After a while, they heard Alfonso's sinister laughter.

"Chief Lee, you became true to your words. You came alone, only with the scientist." After saying that, Alfonso averted his gaze to Mr. Carter. "Matteo Carter, the genius scientist. After a very long time, finally, we met again. You are good at hiding. But now, you can't hide from us anymore."

Mr. Carter sneered at Alfonso, "It's been a long time but you and the Dark Knight never changed your dirty tactic and strategy, still using someone close to us just to get what you want. What a coward?!"

Alfonso didn't feel insulted at all. He just burst out laughing because of Mr. Carter's last remarks.

"Call us cowards. We don't care as long as we can achieve our goal. And today, our main goal is to have you back."

Erick looked daggers at Alfonso with his bloodshot eyes. He clenched his fists, trying to restrain himself from punching Alfonso. He hated him. He was the person who killed Elle's family and probably he was also responsible for the death of Phantom's wife and son.

"I complied with your demands. Now, let finish this deal. Give Aliyah back." Erick couldn't wait any longer. He wanted to get Elle to his side. He felt like he could only protect her if she's beside him.

Alfonso let out another chuckle. 'Excited to die, aren't you?' Alfonso thought to himself.

Once they secured Matt Carter, then they could kill Erick and Aliyah next. The Dark Lord had already given his order. Erick Lee and Aliyah Ross must die today in that place.