Chapter 339
Fryderyk said calmly. “The person in your hands is Sebastian Hayes. He’s from a prestigious background. As long as you let him go, the Hayes family well. be willing to meet all your deihands”
Hearing this, a cold glint flashed in the gunman’s eyes as he tightened his grip on Sebastian. Under his breath, he muttered, “So, it turns out you’re a nich kid, huh?”
Those who dared to carry out such deals in Huthailia were usually desperate criminals, risking everything for money.
They operated in the gray areas of the law, preying on rich heirs like Sebastian because they had money.
The gunman thought to himself, if I could get away with this, I might extort a hefty ransom from his family and bleed them dry!
The man knew there was no escaping justice, and he had to find a way to get away.
But even if he escaped, he had no intention of letting Sebastian go easily.
In past situations, whether or not they managed to flee, there was a high chance that criminals would kill the hostage.
Fryderyk revealed Sebastian’s identity precisely to make the gunman understand just how important Sebastian was–that he couldn’t be killed on a whim.
Otherwise, with the Hayes family’s power, no matter where he fled, they would hunt him down relentlessly.
A few seconds later, a police officer rushed upstairs and announced, “The car is ready.”
The lead officer looked at the gunman and calmly repeated, “The car is ready. You’re free to go anytime.”
“Stay back!” the man shouted, still watching everyone warily while backing away with Sebastian in tow.
But everything changed in a split second.
Suddenly, the private room door burst open. Before anyone could react, a hand seized the man’s wrist tightly.
As the man pulled the trigger, the barrel was yanked upward. A gunshot rang out, and the bullet hit the ceiling.
Aria reacted swiftly, twisting the man’s wrist with full force.
The man let out a scream of pain as Aria spun around and broke his other arm.
His hand that had been gripping Sebastian instantly loosened.
Clutching his throat, Sebastian stumbled toward the police. The world went black for a moment, and his legs nearly gave out. Officers quickly rushed to his side.
Just then, the man reached for a dagger at his waist and lunged at Aria.
She dodged sideways, grabbed the back of Sebastian’s collar with her left hand, and yanked him back.
Sebastian’s eyes widened in terror as the knife slashed past him, barely missing his neck.
Sebastian turned his head, and time seemed to freeze in that instant.
The warm hallway lighting draped Aria in golden hues, outlining her features with an ethereal beauty that left one breathless.
Sebastian’s heart began racing uncontrollably.
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Fryderyk and the lead officer quickly rushed forward and subdued the criminal
The lead officer looked at the two and asked with concern, “Are you alright?”
Aria released Sebastian’s collar and said, “I’m fine.”
She shot a sideways glance at Sebastian, only to find him staring at her in a daze.
“Boss!” White Fox walked out of the private room. Seeing the criminal subdued, he let out a sigh of relief. “Are you hurt?”
Aria looked away, rubbed her wrist, and asked, “I’m fine. Where are you staying tonight?”
White Fox smiled and replied, “I’ve already booked a hotel. Let’s catch up another time.”
White Fox had come to Mandino City on a mission.
Aria nodded and said, “Sure.”
“I’ll kill you!” The handcuffed criminal glared viciously at Aría, his eyes brimming with murderous intent.
The lead officer smacked him on the head and snapped, “Shut your mouth! Take him away!”
Fryderyk walked up to Aria, his expression a bit more serious. “Next time, if you encounter something like this, don’t be so reckless.”
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