âThe technique seems to come from martial artsâ¦â
Arlene examined Dylanâs injuries again and again.
But each additional look filled her heart with more and more shock.
The result of the punch indicated that the attacker was definitely an expert.
She continuously simulated the battle in her mind, and sweat began to appear on her forehead.
They were so powerful that even she might not fare well against them.
At this moment, Arlene felt threatened for the first time.
Born into a martial family, Arlene had practiced martial arts since childhood and was invincible among her peers. This was why she could rise rapidly through the ranks in the military department after graduating from high school.
Over the years, Arlene had completed many lifeâandâdeath missions, honing her heart to be as steady as a rock. Few people could shake her state of mind.
However, at this moment, with her continuous analysis, she felt a tremendous threat.
The person who killed Dylan was definitely so strong that she didnât have the confidence to defeat him.
Moreover, this person was in Newden City, possibly residing in Shoal Manor.
âThis person is a huge threat in Newden City. I must find him,â
Arlene silently thought.
Inside Shoal Manor.
Leonard sat on the living room couch, listening to the sound of running water from the bathroom.
It made him, who had planned to train, somewhat restless. His mind was filled with images of Marianna.
âWhatâs Marianna doing taking a bath in broad daylight? Is she trying to seduce me?â
Leonard took several deep breaths, and after chanting many calming phrases, he finally began his training.
But he hadnât trained for long when he heard footsteps.
Marianna, wrapped in a bath towel, walked out.
Her hair was wet, her cheeks a little red, and her bath towel revealed her fair thighs.
âLeonard, what are you doing? Meditating?â
Marianna curiously asked Leonard, who was sitting on the couch.
âIâm doing nothing.â
Leonard lifted his head, his gaze falling on Mariannaâs chest.
The bath towel didnât fully cover her, creating an enticing view.
Marianna didnât notice Leonardâs gaze and sat down next to him.
A faint scent came from her.
Leonard quickly averted his gaze and coughed.
âAre you catching a cold? Do you need some hot water?â Marianna asked with concern.
âNo, you can stay in the bedroom you used last time. If thereâs nothing else, Iâll go upstairs first.â
With that, Leonard ran upstairs.
Marianna pouted.
âWhat does that mean? Am I not attractive?â
Leonard, who had dreamt of Marianna several times that night, took a cold shower in the morning.
When he came downstairs, he saw breakfast already prepared on the table.
11:01 âDid you make this?â
Leonard asked.
Marianna shook her head.
âI had takeout. Your house had nothing, so I had to order food.
âBut if you want, I can make breakfast for you in the future.â
Leonard didnât respond to Mariannaâs statement.
Marianna confessed her feelings to Leonard, but he was unsure if he should accept.
To be honest, Marianna was quite beautiful. Her face and her figure were impeccable, but they had known each other for such a short time.
Also, being with Marianna meant dealing with the pressure from her family.
Perhaps Marianna only said she liked him to avoid the arranged marriage.
Just as Leonard was lost in thought, Marianna waved in front of him.
Once Leonard came to his senses, he seemed a bit nervous. âLeonard, can you accompany me somewhere today?â
He was confused.
Leonard looked at Marianna, waiting for her to continue.
When I ran away from home, I left a suitcase at the hotel. I want to retrieve it, but my mom sent people waiting for me.
âIf they see me, theyâll drag me home. Your martial arts are impressive. If you come with me, you could defeat them all.â
After she finished speaking, Marianna looked down at her feet as if she feared Leonard would refuse.
âOkay!â
Leonard nodded.
Marianna lifted her head, her eyes revealing a hint of surprise.
âReally?â
âOf course.â
As Leonard spoke, he was already stuffing the food into his mouth.
After her surprise, Marianna smiled brightly.
Leonard and Marianna arrived at a fiveâstar hotel.
As they reached the floor where Mariannaâs room was, they saw men in black suits filling the corridor.
Tiger, whose entire arm was cast, sat in a wheelchair.
Leonard hadnât expected that after Tiger was injured, he would be back on duty so quickly.
Tiger glared at Leonard with a look of resentment. âKiddo, I knew you would come, so I waited here, especially for you.â
Leonard responded with a smile, âDo you think I didnât harm you enough? Want me to break your other arm?â
Upon hearing Leonardâs words, Tiger couldnât help but shudder.
The men in black suits glared at Leonard angrily.
âSo it was you who beat up Tiger. Youâve got some nerve to touch Tiger. It seems like youâre asking for trouble.â
âYou beat up someone and then show up here as if youâre asking for trouble,â a man said. âBow down now, or else youâll end up terribly.â
Looking around at his crew, Tiger calmed himself. âKiddo, see this? Are you ready to get injured?â
Leonard shook his head. âI suggest you step aside. Let Miss Rodgers take her suitcase. Donât trouble yourself.â
This statement made the crowd furious.
âHow arrogant! Just because you know Miss Rodgers, do you think we wonât dare to beat you?â
âMadam Rodgers has instructed us to teach you a lesson without caring about Miss Rodgersâ feelings.â
âYouâre just a guy who hides behind a woman. How dare you act arrogantly? Letâs pull out all his teeth and see if he can still 11:01 Chapter 91 be tough.â
âDoes he think heâs great because he knows martial arts? We come in a group, and we donât have to be afraid of him!â
Leonard, annoyed by their babbling, told Marianna, âGo get the suitcase. Whoever stops you, Iâll make sure they learn their lesson.â
Tiger smirked. âKiddo, do you think you can defeat us all?
âHereâs the deal today. You better kneel, apologize, let me break your legs, or Iâll leave you crippled.â
After being hit by Leonard, Tiger was pissed. Even with an injured arm, he insisted on waiting for Leonard.
Besides, Melanie had already given instructions. He was just following orders and not afraid of Marianna.
âTiger, youâre too kind. Break his legs? Thatâs not enough. Break his arms too. That would be satisfying.â
âYes, he beat up Tiger. He canât get away easily.â
The crowd of men in black shouted.
But Leonard, along with Marianna, walked right up to Tiger.
âAre you ready to bow down? Remember to make it loud.â
Tiger said coldly.
Leonard just smiled. âI came here to help Miss Rodgers get her suitcase. But you had to mess around.
I hate people like you.â
Hearing what Leonard said, Tiger smirked. âAll talk? Yesterday you did beat me. But today, I have all my buddies here. I donât believe you dare to fight us.â
âIf you dare touch me, I wonât let you leave the hotel alive.â
âIâd like to see that.â Leonard laughed.
âYouâre looking for trouble, talking big at this time.â
âIf you dare to beat Tiger, Iâll beat you up.â
âWe have more than thirty men here, and they are all experts. We can handle you.â
The men shouted.
But then, Leonard put his hand on Tigerâs casted arm.
Tigerâs expression changed. âWhat are you doing?â
Leonard smiled faintly, âIâd like to see.â
âCrack!â
The cast broke, and the arm twisted.
In front of all these people, Leonard once again fractured Tigerâs arm.