Chapter 74 A Well–Thought–Out Plan
“Mr. Johnson, Caspian dared to invade our territory with just one woman, which means they were well–prepared and had significant strength. I believe we need a well–thought–out plan,” Victor Lambert, the strategist of the Flying Dragons, said.
“Any suggestions, Mr. Lambert?” Garrett asked.
Victor, known for his strategic brilliance, had played a key role in helping the Flying Dragons eliminate all rival forces in Southlake City. With that, they became the top gang in the city.
Naturally, his standing in the gang was second only to Garrett. Many times, Garrett relied on
Victor’s counsel.
“From what I know, Caspian also went to the York Residence today and caused a scene at Mrs. York Senior’s Soth birthday celebration. He defeated all the York family’s experts and crippled Derek, their eldest son, before leaving.” Victor explained.
“What does that have to do with us?” Garrett inquired.
“Based on these two incidents, it’s evident that Caspian possesses significant power. His boldness implies he has someone backing him up,” Victor stated.
“While Caspian might be able to bring the York family to heel, our experts greatly outnumber theirs. We don’t have to fear him at all.” Garrett replied.
“Caspian alone may not pose a threat, but I’m worried about his potential connections,”
Victor said.
“Him? What kind of connections could a nob*dy like him have?” Garrett asked.
“True, but I heard that last month, he held a wedding ceremony, and even South Aridlands‘ senior military officer, John Anderson, attended it.”
Victor elaborated, “If we provoke Caspian, and John intervenes, it will be impossible for us to continue living in Southlake City,
“You’re right. What should we do, then?” Garrett asked.
“Caspian has disabled Derek, so now the Yorks are likely to come after him. Let’s first observe the situation, investigate Caspian’s background, and then make a plan,” Victor suggested.
“Okay, we’ll follow your plan. We won’t do anything for now,” Garrett responded.
Meanwhile, Quentin, who had been taken to the hospital, suddenly remembered something. His man, Wade Powell, had gone to confront Caspian earlier in the day and had not returned.
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He instructed his men to call Wade, but his phone was off. None of the others who had gone with Wade could be reached either.
How could so many people go missing at the same time?
Instantly, Quentin realized that Wade and his men might already be dead.
At this realization, his face turned dark.
The fact that Caspian dared to bring people to Paradise Clubhouse made it appear likely that he had dealt with Wade and the others. It was also the only explanation that made sense.
At Riverside Villa, Willow noticed that Zoey seemed preoccupied and asked, “Zoey, what’s
Wrong? You seem a bit absent–minded.”
Zoey quickly made up a reason. “Do I? I’m just thinking about the plot for my novel.”
She had experienced too much in the evening by witnessing the bloodshed at Paradise Clubhouse. With those images haunting her, she had trouble focusing on anything.
“Did you not update your novel today?” Willow asked.
“Not yet. I was busy with something today.” Zoey’s mind was far from her writing at the
moment.
“So, are you planning to write tonight, or should we just go to sleep? I’m feeling tired now,”
Willow asked.
“I’ll write tomorrow. I’m feeling sleepy too,” Zoey replied. “But is there a room for me?”
“What do you say we sleep together tonight? We can have a heart–to–heart talk,” Willow
After all, Caspian and Willow were a married couple, and Zoey’s presence was already an intrusion into their private lives.
Caspian felt it was quite weird with him and Zoey staying at the villa, so he asked Sylvia to drive him to his foster mother’s old home in the countryside.
Upon returning to the countryside, he gazed melancholically at the empty house.
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