Haylan was a very loyal person.
He could never leave his brother behind, nor could he bear to watch his siblingâs life crumble. The bond between them was unbreakable, and he knew he had to do everything in his power to help Upon seeing Perry in such a state, he resolved to pull his friend out of the quagmire. With determination in his heart, he set out to help Perry in any way he could.
Noah was taken aback. âYou know about medicine?â he asked, surprised.
He wondered, âWhat kind of undercover operation is he?
âDid he really know medicine?â
âItâs been eight years, Haylan, and I canât express my gratitude for your visit,â Perry said with a warm smile. âYour kindness means a lot to me.â
His doctor had already given up on his legs. They were beyond repair, and there was no hope left for them.
Instead, Haylan brought a burst of sunshine into his monotonous life.
For years, he had been leading an incredibly miserable life, abandoned by everyone and left to fend for himself, all because he had offended Hughâs nephew. And to make matters worse, after upsetting Hugh, no one cared about him anymore.
It was a delight for Haylan to come. Having him there was a source of happiness for him.
âI really know medicine, Haylan said.
âLetâs not get into that today. You brought barbecue, right? I havenât had meat in ages. How about having dinner with me?â Perry suggested, his eyes lighting up at the sight of the juicy meat.
âAlrightâ Haylan nodded with tears in his eyes.
Noah arrived and quickly placed everything he had bought on the table, including the barbecue, milk, beer, and more. He even handed clean bowls and forks to Perryâs parents, making sure they had everything they needed for the meal.
Despite the stench emanating from a nearby trash station, Perryâs family enjoyed their meal with relish. The pungent odor was no match for their hearty appetites, and they savored each bite with gusto.
Perryâs father was even more emotional. âNoah, youâre a lifesaver! Every time you come over, we get to have a proper feast.â
Perryâs mother also added, âA friend in need is a friend indeed. And you, my dear, are Perryâs true brotherâ
As they savored their meal, they couldnât help but let out contented sighs. They were so pleased with their food that they even carefully wrapped up the bones they had finished and discreetly stowed them away.
âMr. and Mrs. Felicia, why are you hiding these bones?â Haylan frowned.
âFor boiling soup.â
Perryâs mother beamed and exclaimed, âNoah is such a busy man. He can only come visit four times a month. But let me tell you, before he arrives, our house is completely bare! Weâre out of oil, out of salt. Weâre out of everything! Thatâs why we use these bones to make some soup to nourish Perryâs bodyâ
âThese chicken bones are delicious!â
Upon hearing this, Haylan immediately felt suffocated. The weight of it all seemed to press down on his chest.
He had expected Perry to have a tough life, but he never could have predicted just how hard it truly was.
He took a deep breath and spoke in a low, rumbling voice. These bones wonât cost you an arm and a leg. You can trot on over to the next village and come back with them in a jiffyâ
Upon hearing the news, Perryâs family and Noah were left speechless. The weight of the situation hung heavily in the air, and a palpable tension filled the room.
âWhatâs wrongâ Haylan asked.
âYouâd be surprised to know that many years ago, Hughâs nephew issued a death threat. He dispatched someone to keep a watchful eye on Perryâs family. If they even thought about leaving the mountain, theyâd send their thug to rough them up.â
Haylan heard Noah whisper in his ear, âTheyâre trying to trap Perry here and make him wish he was dead.â
Haylanâs expression darkene he exclaimed, âThis is outrageous!â
He clent hed has fists and gurgled, his anger bubbling to the surface like a volcano. His frustration was palpable, radiating off of him in waves As they entered the village, a few young men couldnât help but stare at them. It was no wonder, with their striking presence.
11:58 It turned out that those people were monitoring them.
âWhat happened is done. If youâre looking to point fingers, blame me for overestimating myself. I didnât have the resources to compete. I brought this upon myselfâ
Perry smiled wryly and turned to Haylan, âHey, Haylan, Iâm sure youâve been through a lot these past few years. Youâve caten now, so you should head out soon.
Haylan looked at the wounds on Perryâs body and asked, âWere these new injuries also inflicted by them?â
Perryâs face twisted in anger. âHaylan, enough with the questions,â he said sharply.
Haylan fell silent, took out a cigarette, and lit it before taking a long drag. His face was gloomy, and the smoke he exhaled mixed with the tense atmosphere in the room.
Whenever Noah was angry or troubled, he reached for a cigarette. The smell of nicotine served as both a stimulant and a sedative for him, helping him to calm down and find some peace of mind.
The hotter his temper got, the more he craved a coolâdown.
After a minute of consideration, Haylan came to a decision. âGrab your things and come with me,â
he said.
He thought. âThis is a quagmire!
âI wouldnât let my brother get stuck in that mess, no matter what!â
âHaylan, thank you for your kindness, but I just canât leave,â Perry said with a bitter smile.
Despite Haylanâs insistence, he refused to follow him.
He had been warned that leaving this place would result in his parentsâ deaths at the hands of his enemies.
To ensure his parentsâ safety, he had no choice but to make a compromise. He weighed the options and decided that it was better to give in than to put them in danger. After all, family comes first.
âDonât worry,â said Haylan coolly, âIâll help you deal with the fact that someoneâs watching you later.â
âHaylan, I appreciate you being here, but please donât get involved. We donât stand a chance against them,â Perry said with a pained expression.
Once upon a time, he was as determined as Haylan to overcome those forces, feeling as though victory was within his grasp. With each passing moment, he grew more resolute and focused on his goal, never wavering in the face of adversity.
He was willing to go to great lengths, even cutting himself to pieces, and had the audacity to take down Robert.
Unfortunately, the harsh truth of it all 1 him straight in hell.
He had witnessed many dark sides and faced the depths of hell. The drive in his heart had long been extinguished, leaving behind only fear for Hugh and his comrades.
He was already in this state, and he didnât want to see Haylan follow in his footsteps.
Haylan took a long drag of his cigarette and fixed Perry with a steely gaze. âDonât worry, Perry. Iâm not the same person I was eight years ago. Those people canât touch me now,â he said, his voice cold and unyielding.
âIâm going to make a call. You guys pack your stuff. Iâm getting you out of this mess right now, said he with determination.
Noah whipped out his phone and dialed Lucy. He needed her help to find a place for Perry and his family to settle. With a sense of urgency, he described the situation and pleaded for her assistance.
Lucy, always ready to lend a hand, listened patiently and promised to do everything in her power to make it happen.
Perryâs parents exchanged a glance, but they were hesitant to start packing up their belongings.
Noah gritted his teeth and said, âHaylan is right. Mr. and Ms. Felicia, this is no way to live. You have to leave!â
After witnessing Haylanâs incredible power, Noah felt a renewed sense of hope for life. The experience was so powerful, it left him feeling invigorated and inspired Facing the lifeless Perryâs family, Noah couldnât bear it any longer.
Noah didnât wait for Perryâs family to react before he helped them pack their clothes.
âNoah, are you out of your mind? We couldnât beat them before, and now weâre all injured and vulnerable. Fighting them now is like asking for death! Your family will be dragged into this mess againâ
âs face went through a rapid transformation. With a panicked expression, he grabbed Noahâs hand and pleaded with tears in his eyes. âNoah. I implore you. Thus is all my fault 1 should be the one bearing this punishment. Not only that. Ive also led your family to ruin. You mustrit end up like me.
âPlease, just put it down.â
He gazed at Noah with tears in his eyes and a look of guilt on his face. He was writhing in agony.
11:58 Noah opened his mouth to speak, but before he could say anything. Haylan walked over and swiftly knocked Perry unconscious with a chop.
Noah was stunned.
âHeâs terrified and has lost his will to fight. Itâs a nuisance to stay awake.â
Haylan took a long drag of his cigarette before declaring, âCome on, pack your bags and lend a hand to Mr. and Mrs. Felicia later. Iâll help carry him out myself.â
With that, he walked out of the greenhouse.
Noah asked, âWhere are you headed?â
âGet some lackeys over here,â said Haylan.
Noah was feeling puzzled when suddenly beams of light shone over.
In no time, thirteen intimidating young men strutted over with an air of aggression.
As soon as Noah and Perryâs parents laid eyes on them, terror filled their faces.
These were the gangsters who had trapped Perryâs family on the mountain. They were subordinates of Hughâs nephew.
As soon as they arrived, it was clear that trouble was brewing. These folks werenât here to make friends, they were here to make mischief.
At this moment, the young man leading the pack stared fiercely at Haylan. âKid, it wonât be so easy for you to take him away!â His ferocity was palpable, and the tension in the air was thick enough to cut with a knife.
Haylan stubbed out his cigarette and glared at him with cold eyes. âYouâre so arrogant. Did you hit my brother and his parents?â
Tll give you a chance. Kneel down and kowtow to them to apologize. Iâll spare your lives!â the man exclaimed, his voice booming with authority.