As soon as Tom entered the cave, bats flapped around inside.
However, he was brimming with murderous intent. Even the bats dared not approach him.
After walking a dozen steps, Tom saw a flicker of fire within the cave. It was the members from Skyarch Palace who had been waiting there for a long time.
Under the light of the fire, Tom saw many men in black standing there. Their faces were pale, devoid of any vitality.
Seeing them, Tom instantly understood that they were all members of Three Poisons Hall. Only people from Three Poisons Hall would look like this, each one looking like a ghost.
They had also been involved in the wipeout of Greenton.
The people Zane sent to capture Miranda this time were under Three Poisons Hall.
Jethro, the head of Three Poisons Hall, did not personally come. He sent his top mentee, Harley Boyer, to lead this operation.
When the members saw Tom appear, they stood still without making any moves.
After all, they had the numerical advantage, so they weren't afraid of Tom causing any trouble.
Likewise, Tom wasn't afraid of these people at all. He continued to walk further into the cave, which widened as he progressed.
Along with it, Tom saw more members of Three Poisons Hall. He realized that it might be difficult to escape unscathed this time.
After walking less than a hundred steps forward, Tom saw a bonfire with dozens of Three Poisons Hall members standing by it.
A skinny man stood in the center. He was none other than Harley, the top mentee of Jethro.
Harley appeared devoid of vitality as well.
Seeing him, even Tom felt a bit startled. It was the first time he had seen someone like this.
Tom also saw Miranda, who was tied up. She looked terrified.
"Tom, why are you here?" Miranda was both surprised and happy to see Tom.
"Don't worry, Miranda. I'll get you out," Tom said.
"Tom, leave. I don't want to drag you into this," Miranda pleaded.
"I won't leave you behind," Tom said firmly.
At this moment, Harley stepped forward and said, "Tom, did you bring the Black Moon Technique Scroll?"
His voice sounded somewhat ethereal.
"No," Tom immediately replied. He had no intention of handing over the Black Moon Technique Scroll. Since he would have a showdown with these people anyway, he might as well start the fight directly.
Upon hearing Tom's words, Harley became furious. "I said to exchange the Black Moon Technique Scroll for the woman. Do you not want to save her?"
"Why should I listen to you? I'll find another way to save her," Tom retorted.
"How arrogant! Who do you think you are?" Harley exploded with rage.
"I'll never hand over the Black Moon Technique Scroll to you," Tom said fiercely.
"Boy, you're bold, but you're overconfident." Harley scoffed.
"Tom, please leave. These people are terrifying!" Miranda didn't want to drag Tom into this. These people seemed very difficult to deal with.
"Miranda, you're the first woman I've ever loved. How could I leave you behind?" Tom said.
"Don't do this. Risking your life for me isn't worth it. Leave now," Miranda insisted. She believed that Tom could definitely break out on his own with his skills.
"I'll definitely get you out of here," Tom said firmly.
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