Anthony looked at him and fell silent for a moment.
Benjamin is right. I would do the same. I just have a more important task at hand right now.
Arriving at that thought, he nodded. “You're right.” Then, he met his brother's gaze. “Take good care of yourself no matter what happens. Don't cause us to worry.”
Benjamin did not expect him to agree so readily. “You too,” he said, nodding.
“I'm masterminding from the shadows. It's much safer than where you are,” Anthony said.
Benjamin gazed at him. “It's safe, but you bear a greater responsibility.”
The brothers gazed at each other, the anger from their argument dissipating. Instead, they shared a sense of mutual understanding and sympathy.
Dave noticed something when he swept his gaze over them, but did not elaborate. Instead, he turned his attention to Anthony. “All right, it's about time. You should get going, Anthony.”
Anthony turned his gaze to Dave and nodded.
“I'm going, then. Take care, Daddy, Benjamin. See you tomorrow,” Anthony said.
Kenneth nodded at him. “Mmm. See you tomorrow.”
Benjamin gazed at him. “I'll be waiting for the good news, Tony.”
Anthony nodded.
After one last glance at them, Anthony shifted his gaze up the stairs.
“Why don't you go upstairs and let Nat know?” Dave asked bluntly.
Anthony shook his head and withdrew his gaze. “That's not necessary. It'll only take a few hours. We'll see each other again soon.”
Dave nodded his assent.
“I'm leaving, then,” said Anthony, and he left without another word.
Observing the situation, Mike bid Dave and Kenneth farewell, then promptly followed Anthony.
As they watched Anthony's retreating figure, it felt as if he was leading the charge.
Kenneth looked on, his deep black eyes revealing an indescribable complexity.
...
When night fell, everyone else had left.
Thalia's journey could only begin at the very end when the boss entered, which was when she could enter the base.
Thus, she had the most time to kill.
Thalia prepared to get in the car when it was time to leave.
“Hold on.” Suddenly, she heard a voice behind her.
Thalia turned around and found Spencer standing not far away.
Thalia narrowed her eyes when she saw him. “You haven't left yet?”
Under the pitch-black night, Spencer gazed at her. By the next second, he strode up to her and pulled her directly into his embrace.
Thalia was slightly taken aback.
Spencer held her close. His hand cradled the back of her head, as he embraced her tightly.
Though he did not say a word, Thalia could feel his concern and fear for her.
A subtle smile crept up at the corner of her lips.
“What's wrong?” Thalia asked, feigning ignorance.
Spencer held her tightly as he took a deep breath. “Promise me you will come back safely. Take care of yourself. Don't fall prey to any mishaps.”
Thalia gave him a smile and nodded. “Mmm. I won't get hurt, and there won't be any accidents. You, too.”
And so, Spencer held her, refusing to let go.
Though Thalia was happy to savor his concern, she was aware of the current situation.
Glancing at her wristwatch, she reminded him, “I need to go, Spencer. It's about time.”
Spencer reluctantly let her go.
He gazed at her petite face with her strikingly exquisite features. Her eyes were especially spirited and captivating.
Despite all of his worries, Spencer knew that all of them had a job to do that night.
This was what they owed Natasha.
With that thought in mind, Spencer said, “Remember not to be impulsive. Think thrice before you act. If it fails this time, there will always be another shot.”
Thalia could not help laughing as she listened to Spencer's reminders. “Don't you know who I am right now, Spencer?”
“I'm the top member of Darknetz, and I've carried out countless missions far more dangerous than the one tonight. This one is just... average at best. So, you'd better worry about yourself. It's best not to come back hurt, or I'll be very, very angry!” Thalia threatened, glaring at him.
Spencer did not seem to hear a word she said. “No matter who you are in Darknetz, to me, you are you. You are Thalia, the person I will always think of no matter what you do,” he murmured.
Thalia narrowed her eyes at his words. She leaned in, scrutinizing him. “I've suddenly realized something, Spencer.”
“What is it?”
Thalia leaned in close to him, her eyes sparkling brightly. “You only seem to get this anxious when I'm in danger.”
“Do I?”
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