Chapter 164
At the base, chaos had already erupted.
Judy was dead, her throat slashed open with a single, fatal strike. The attack had been so swift that she died on the spot.
The killer–aman assigned to guard her–was quickly restrained by other hase personnel.
But before Sean Jasper even arrived, the killer began bleeding from his eyes, ears, nose, and mouth, Within minutes, he was dead.
When Sean stepped into the basement, the scene was grim.
Judy’s lifeless body lay covered by a white sheet, a massive pool of blood staining the cold floor beneathther.
Beside her, the killer’s body lay in the same blood–soaked mess, his face twisted in death.
Sean recognized him immediately–Gerald Adams, one of his trusted men at the base,
Luke, the base’s supervisor, stood next to Sean, trembling slightly.
“Sir.. Tonight, Gerald and Max were on duty. Gerald suddenly attacked judy, slashing her throat without warming. He moved so fast–straight for the kill. Maxtried to stop him, but it was too late.”
Sean’s expression was toe–cold, his gaze fixed on the horrifying pool of blood. His voice remained calm, unreadable. “The mastermind wanted to silence her ”
Cold sweat dripped down Luke’s forehead, and he suddenly dropped to his lees. “ser, please punish me!”
Sean’s tone remained steady. “It’s too late for that now. Report it to the police.”
Luke’s head snapped up. “But if we report it, we’ll be charged with illegal detention-
Sean’s sharp gaze swept over him, silencing him immediately
“I..I was the one who detained her illegally, I will turn myself in, Luke stammered.
Sean’s cold eyes shitted to Gerald’s lifeless body, his jawtightening. “What about Gerald’s family?”
Luke hesitated. “He was forty, unmarried, no children just a sick, elderly mother in her sixties”
“Where is his mother now?” Sean’s voice was tense.
Lake’s face tumed pale. “I…Sir, I’m sorry. It all happened so suddenly. I didn’t think to check-
Sean’s expression darkened, frustration seeping into his voice. “They threatened him. They must have taken his mother. Her life is probably already in danger. Luke, you’ve disappointed me.”
Luke’s head dropped lower. “Sir, I will accept any punishment you see fit.
Sean’s eyes hardened, a chilling calm settling over him. “They knew Gerald’s family situation and used his mother as leverage. That means the mastermind.”
Luke’s expression twisted with shock “Sir, are you saying
“There’s a traitor among us,” Sean stated, his voice like a blade. “As for turning yourself in, leave that to someone che,. Your priority is to find out who is behind
Luke straightened, his face serious. “Yes, sir”
In a private villa, a man in a sleek black suit bowed his head. “Mr. Sampson, the target has been dealt with.”
“Good. Well done.”
“Shall I take care of Judy’s father and Gerald’s mother as well? We can’t leave any loose ends.”
After the bodyguard len, the man picked up his phone and made an international call.
Leaving the base, Sean stepped into his car. The moment be checked his phone, he saw a sard call from Charlotte.
He usedly called her back
“Lottle, are you still awake?”
Her voice was soft, drowsy. “Mann barely. I’m so sleepy can’t even keep my eyes open,”
Sean leaned back in the rear seat, his tone turning gentle. “If you’re that tired, why aren’t you asleep?”
“I was waiting for your call..” Her voice was warm and sleepy, like a soft, comforting blanket.
Sean’s cold, tense heart melted instantly. “I just finished handling things here. Do you want me to come over and stay with you?
Charlotte squinted at the clock, mumuring, “Tomorrow.. I’m really falling asleep.”
“Alright,” Sean whispered, his voice soft. “It’s cold tonight. Make sure you’re tucked in.”
I know…you make me sound like a three–year–old who doesn’t know how to use a blanket.”
Her sleepy voice grew fainter with each word, finally fading into the steady, gentle sound of her breathing.
Sean stayed on the call, holding the phone to his ear, listening to her soft, shythmic breaths, His arm grew tired, but he couldn’t bring himself to hang up.
Still connected to her call, he retumed to his villa.
As he stepped out of the car, his driver bowed respectfully. “Sir, Luke tried to contact you earlier. He said it was urgent, but he couldn’t get through.”
