My Substitute CEO Bride (Nash Calicraft) novel Chapter 2280

Inside the abandoned factory, the four were now in the same area.

Patrick was held by two mysterious figures, while Helio aimed the crossbow at them.

"Just let us leave, kid. We'll release your friend. And tell those lurking nearby to clear out!" One of the mysterious men pulled out a blade and threatened, "Otherwise, don't blame us for what we'll do next!"

Helio's hands trembled. Despite his great power, he was still just a 17-year-old boy facing a life-or-death choice for the first time. He could not help feeling scared.

At that moment, Patrick gave Helio a resolute look, and Helio understood what he meant.

Patrick trusted Helio, but Helio was struggling to keep his composure in this situation.

In Patrick's mind, the mission came above all else.

It had always been this way. He had always managed to defeat enemies smoothly, so he never considered the possibility of unexpected events.

From the moment they entered the factory, the two mysterious men had been manipulating them.

Helio knew he was no match for the person who had set up the barrier limiting his power.

As Helio continued to tremble, the two mysterious men grew impatient.

They pressed their daggers against Patrick's throat, drawing blood.

Patrick still signaled Helio to continue, yet Helio's hands shook uncontrollably.

Then, mustering his courage, he took aim.

The two mysterious men realized he was ready to risk everything and prepared to end Patrick's life.