Hunter Academy: Revenge of the Weakest novel Chapter 631

Chapter 631 139.1 - Prepare

After closing the status window, I glanced back at the kid. His plate was empty, and at some point, he had fallen to the side, his small body curled up on the bed, fast asleep. I nodded to myself, satisfied with the outcome. This had been my intention all along.

The kid had witnessed far too much today—things no one his age should ever have to endure. Even though he hadn't shown any outward signs of distress, I knew better. He had likely been in a state of shock the entire time. Mentally, he was fragile, his mind struggling to process the horrors he had seen and experienced.

That's why I had slipped a tasteless sleeping powder into his meal. A simple concoction, one that would ease him into sleep without his body even realizing it. He wouldn't have to wrestle with nightmares or the anxiety clawing at his mind, at least for tonight.

'Rest is what he needs most,' I thought, watching his peaceful form for a moment. The deep rise and fall of his breathing indicated the powder had taken full effect, and his body had finally succumbed to the exhaustion.

With him safely asleep, I let my mind settle. He was no longer my concern—not directly, at least.

But for now, he could sleep. And in this brief moment, there was no more fear, no more danger lurking around him.

RING! The sharp tone of my smartwatch cut through the quiet room, drawing my attention. I glanced down at the device, noting the familiar frequency—the organization. Without hesitation, I tapped the screen, the holographic interface lighting up as I answered the call.

Reina's face appeared on the display, her expression calm but focused, as usual. There was always a certain sharpness in her gaze like she was already calculating her next move, even while speaking.

"Astron," she began, her voice cool and professional. "I've sent someone to your location. They'll be arriving shortly to retrieve the boy—and you. They'll also take care of the hotel, including the cameras and any other security measures that need erasing."

I nodded, unsurprised. The organization's efficiency in covering their tracks was well known, and they had protocols for these kinds of operations. Still, I was mildly impressed that she had mobilized a team so quickly.

"You'll be able to leave without raising any suspicion," she continued, her tone practical. "Everything will be handled."

"Understood," I replied evenly. "I expected as much."

Reina paused for a moment, her eyes narrowing slightly as she shifted the conversation. "I have to say, though, I wasn't expecting you to travel all the way to Ardmont City out of nowhere. You didn't mention it in any of your previous updates." fгeewёbnoѵel.cσm

There it was—the subtle probe. Reina had always had a way of trying to slip in questions, testing the waters to see how much I was willing to reveal. But we both knew the deal we had in place, and that included keeping certain aspects of my personal decisions off-limits.

"It was my intention," I said, keeping my voice calm but firm. "Nothing more than a personal matter."

The implication was clear enough—she didn't need to meddle in my choices or question my movements. That had been part of the agreement from the beginning.

Since the organization got what they needed from me, they didn't pry into my life more than necessary.

Reina's gaze remained steady, but I could tell she understood the unspoken boundary. She didn't press further, simply nodding in acknowledgment.

"Very well," she said, her voice cool but accepting. "As long as you are unharmed and bring no damage to the organization."

"I am," I replied, keeping the conversation short. There was no need to dwell on the specifics.

"Good," she said, her tone shifting back to its usual professionalism. "Expect the retrieval team soon. You'll be notified when they arrive."

With that, she ended the call, the holographic screen fading from view. I stared at the now-dark smartwatch for a moment, then turned my attention back to the room.

The boy was still sleeping peacefully, oblivious to everything happening around him. Soon, he would be in the organization's hands.

But for now, I waited, letting the silence settle around me once more.

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After waiting for a little longer, the familiar vibration of my smartwatch alerted me. A small notification appeared on the screen, confirming that the area was secure and I could move freely. The retrieval team had done their job, just as Reina had promised.