The Invincible Mercenary King (by Matt Watt) novel Chapter 279

Chapter 279 

In Zabel Village. 

Driving over was a row of cars, in the middle of which was Haylan’s BMW. As he drove protected by the luxury cars, it felt as though he was the shining star among all. 

Haylan parked the car in front of the villa where Noah and Perry lived. 

“Mr. Jaber, you guys talk first, and we will be going now,” Dominic said. 

With that, he had the others drive him home to rest. 

Shawn got out of the car immediately to send Haylan and his party into the house. Then, he shook Haylan’s hand and said enthusiastically, “Mr. Jaber, do not forget our appointment. Let us have some coffee tomorrow night.” 

“No problem.” 

Haylan nodded. He thought for a moment and said, “Also, remember to call Wayne, Felix, and the others as well. I promised to treat their illnesses.” 

Earlier in Charm Lounge, he had promised them that he would provide a helping hand. 

“Alright, sure, no problem.” Shawn chuckled. 

He looked at Haylan, and the more he did, the more he liked him. 

After all, Haylan was a seven-star General, the king of the city! 

He would certainly rise above all even on the most dangerous battlefield. 

Moreover, Haylan was very young. 

A seven-star General under thirty years old, if given time to grow, would undoubtedly soar to new heights. At that time, he would definitely have more potential than the young man in Ulinas. 

Once the three elders of Longhard Kingdom found out that such a talent existed, they would probably come here to recruit him. 

Therefore, Shawn intended to strike first, tying Haylan firmly to the Zabel family, 

Only then could the Zabel family ride the wind and waves and become the top family across the nation. 

After repeated instructions, Shawn finally left. 

When Haylan and his three companions entered the villa, it was already past 11 o’clock at night, approaching 12 o’clock. 

After they had returned home, Noah was the first to collapse on the couch and let out a long breath, saying, “Finally, we’re back. I was almost scared to death at Charm Lounge just now!” 

Perry nodded, his eyes filled with fear. 

Ashlee’s entire body went limp as her eyes filled with endless fear. 

As nobodies, they had never experienced such a scene. 

Even thinking about what had happened earlier made their hearts. palpitate. The fear they had experienced did chill them to the bones. 

Haylan looked at the trio with guilt in his eyes as he said, “Noah, Perry, I am sorry. I did not expect Robert Bard to do this. Now that Hugh Croydon is dead, he cannot apologize to you at your village, meaning you will not be earning back the respect of the people.” 

What happened was different from the negotiations he had planned. 

Noah struggled to stand up and looked at Haylan sincerely. “Haylan, you’ve already done a lot for us.” 

“If it were not for you, we would not be where we are now. I would not. have been able to see Ashlee again, and my legs wouldn’t have healed. Instead, we owe you an apology for dragging you into this.” Perry also expressed his gratitude. 

“Anyway, now that the matter has been resolved, you three can stop being so polite.” 

Ashlee was thoughtful and had already taken out a case of beer from the kitchen, placing it in front of Haylan and the other two. “Brotherhood. needs no words. Let’s drink.” 

“Hahaha, you are right, Ashlee. Some words do not have to be spoken out loud. Let’s get drunk tonight.” 

“Let us bid farewell to the difficult days. The future will surely be better. Cheers to our bright future!” 

Haylan and Noah laughed heartily, opened the beer bottles, and joined Perry in drinking and having a good time. 

Ashlee watched the three of them and smiled along. She opened a bottle. of beer for herself, took a sip, and then went to the kitchen to prepare supper for the trio. 

After the meal and drinks, Haylan said goodbye to his pals, summoned a driver, and headed home. 

Perry sat in his wheelchair, watching Haylan leave. 

Noah stood behind him and sighed. “Perry, don’t you feel that Haylan. and we seem to be worlds apart?” 

Perry nodded in agreement. “I feel like we’re already very far from him.” 

Back when they were all high school students, there was no barrier between them. During that time, they got to play together and be close to one another. 

But after tonight’s negotiation, they felt for the first time that Haylan was so distant from them and that he was as out of reach as the god. 

Even if they tried their best to catch up, they were doomed to fall behind. 

Therefore, they felt a little distant from him. 

They glanced at each other to find the mutual feeling of helplessness and sadness. 

They both knew that they would never be as equal as friends again. 

At this moment, Ashlee came out, smiled, and said, “You two are thinking. too much. Haylan is definitely still the Haylan you knew before. You know, loyal and trustworthy. The only difference is that he is a little stronger than before. 

“In his heart, you two are still his best friends.