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“Ah!”
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The cabin erupted with piercing screams as chaos unfolded. A powerful gust
of wind swept through the aircraft, shattering the glass windows and
creating a whirlwind that instantly sucked everything into the abyss outside.
Emmanuel remained anchored in place, while the other passengers flailed
helplessly against the overwhelming force.
Observing their frantic struggle, he recognized them for what they truly were:
ordinary assassins, woefully unprepared for the situation. Seizing the
moment, he swiftly incapacitated them one by one before rushing to seal the
broken window, a barrier between safety and the unknown.
As the reality of the situation settled in, it became painfully clear: Ethan had
boarded a hijacked plane. Emmanuel understood that the simplest and most
reliable method to eliminate Ethan was to orchestrate an airplane disaster.
However, such a grim plan would inevitably claim the assassins‘ lives as well.
Unless they were truly fanatical, no typical paid assassin would willingly
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embrace death for the sake of their profession.
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The fact that these ordinary killers were still fumbling with their weapons
indicated their reluctance to bring the plane down. It was clear to Emmanuel
that they would likely send someone to seize control of the cockpit. With this
realization firm in his mind, he snatched a flight attendant’s uniform and
made his way toward the cockpit, determination coursing through him:
Meanwhile, in the elegant first–class cabin, Ethan’s female assistant
continued her conversation, her voice a mixture of concern and formality. “Mr.
Hale, we took off early without waiting for Mr. Wolf. Commander Adkins will
surely perceive this as a slight. All we can do is pray that our journey goes
smoothly and that no trouble arises.”
Ethan sighed, a flicker of unease crossing his features. “I didn’t expect the
plane to take off early either. We’ll have to address this once we land. Let’s
hope for a safe journey ahead.”
Chester, overhearing their exchange, felt a wave of humiliation wash over
him. He coldly interjected, “Mr. Hale, I am your personal bodyguard. I can
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ensure your safety. Besides, we’re already on the plane. What could possibly
go wrong?”
His voice, though steady, masked a deeper unease simmering beneath the
surface.
Ethan understood Chester’s frustration but let out another weary sigh.
“Chester, I have complete confidence in your abilities. Under normal
circumstances, having just you would be sufficient. However, these are
extraordinary times. President Silverbane was just attacked, and I fear that
someone may have set their sights on me.”
The female assistant, sensing the tension, further elaborated for Chester’s
benefit. “Mr. Hale is leaving Zovince to inspect the disaster areas in
Riverhaven. Once we reach the western regions, he will require a security
team to accompany him. You cannot handle all the protection alone.”
Chester’s irritation bubbled to the surface. “How ridiculous. If I can’t manage it,
how can Mr. Wolf? Can he genuinely bring a security team onto the plane?
Even if he did, it would merely mean one more person,”
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Before the female assistant could respond, a melodious yet sinister laugh
echoed through the cabin, sending a chill through the air.
“Haha, Mr. Chester is right. Even if you let that Mr. Wolf board, it would just
mean one more corpse.”
The atmosphere thickened with tension as the voice reverberated among
the first–class passengers. Chester immediately sprang to his feet,
positioning himself protectively in front of Ethan. His voice tightened with
concern. “Who are you?”
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The woman who had spoken wore a striking fuchsia flight attendant uniform
that clung to her alluring figure. Her beauty was undeniable, but an ominous
air surrounded her, hinting at the danger lurking beneath her charming
facade.
“Haha, Chester, are you interested in me? Do you want to date me? Sadly, I’m
just not into your type.” Her mischievous grin contrasted sharply with the
threat she posed.
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In a sudden, fluid motion, she waved her hand. Instantly, a group of assassins
disguised as flight attendants surged through the front and back doors of
first class, launching a vicious attack on the unsuspecting passengers.
Fortunately, the airport’s security system had thwarted any attempts to
smuggle in dangerous weapons, leaving the attackers armed only with
smaller, less lethal arms.
“Bad news! Protect the Prime Minister!” the female assistant shouted urgently,
her voice slicing through the chaos.
Panic rippled through the first–class cabin. Though the passengers consisted
mostly of powerless bureaucrats, Chester’s combat skills were impressive.
With him shielding Ethan, the assassins found themselves momentarily
thwarted in their advance.
Seeing the opportunity, the crimson–clad female assassin flipped her wrist
and produced a sleek surgical knife. Her gaze locked onto Chester’s throat,
plotting a stealthy attack.
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“Chester, watch out!” Ethan’s heart raced, his breath catching as he
witnessed the female assassin lunging toward his protector.
Fortunately, Chester managed to evade her strike, a testament to his
training. Yet, in that fleeting moment, two agile male assassins leaped from
opposite sides, each gripping one of Chester’s legs tightly. They pinned him
down, granting the female assassin the opening she desperately needed.
“Haha, Mr. Hale, my apologies. But I must send you off to the afterlife.” The
assassin lunged forward, her knife poised to slice Ethan’s throat, the deadly
intent clear in her eyes.
Ethan felt a surge of fear coursing through him, yet he maintained his silence
and composure, refusing to betray any signs of distress. He had long put the
notions of life and death aside, but when confronted with the looming threat
of death, his body reacted with instinctive reflexes.
In a moment suspended in time, the wrist of the assassin was suddenly
grasped by another. She had been mere centimeters away from slicing
through Ethan’s throat, yet now her hand lay motionless, unable to move
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Chester, a figure of confidence, flashed a bright smile that revealed his
gleaming white teeth. “You assassins certainly possess skills, but your
execution leaves much to be desired.”
In a swift, fluid motion, the assassin drew another knife, intent on retaliating
against Chester and making her escape. However, he had anticipated her
maneuver and skillfully snatched the small dagger from her grasp.
“What do you think you will accomplish by running? We are in an airplane. Do
you truly believe you can jump out?” Chester remained unfazed, casually
toying with his newly acquired weapon. At that moment, the assassins in first
class had been subdued, with Chester having dealt with most of them
single–handedly.
Although Ethan’s team had sustained injuries, miraculously, no one had lost
their life. Furthermore, Mr. Hale remained unharmed, marking a significant
triumph for Chester as a personal bodyguard.
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Meanwhile, Emmanuel donned the flight attendant’s uniform, hoping to
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