To his surprise, Dominic continued to fan the flames with the bellows and said after a moment, "Everyone has their destiny. Those who are fated to die will not live, and those who are fated to live will not die. We can't go against nature, or we will suffer the consequences."
As he spoke, Dominic looked up at Fred meaningfully, who frowned in response. Fred could tell the old man was mocking him and seemed to know something.
"I came here to ask for your help because I'm concerned about Lily's health. Don't push me," he threatened.
Dominic then hit Fred on the hand with the bellows. "And what if I do?"
"Hey!" Alarmed, Fred stepped back and glared at Dominic while holding his hand that had been hit. "Lily's heart rate is so slow that she might die at any moment. If you don't come with me, her chances of survival will be slim. I know you don't save people anymore, but Lily's your favorite student, right?"
"As I said, everyone has their destiny. Lily—"
Fred suddenly pulled out a gun and pointed it at Dominic.
"I told you not to push me. Although I don't wish to make a scene here, I won't go easy on anyone who messes with my plan!" he said coldly, "Why do you have to be so stubborn? Lily’s your student.
...
As the sky darkened, a car maneuvered through a narrow alley. The car made several more turns before finally entering the gates of Alex’s house. The gates immediately closed behind the car heading to the parking lot.
The second the car came to a stop, Alexander, Edward, and Mike approached. There was no one else besides them. The car door then opened, and Ross stepped out.
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