Knowing that Marco didn't want to be honest, I didn't press him any further, but said with slight concern, "Marco, I don't know what kind of trap Edbert Walker has set for me. Are you risking too much by coming with me?"
"I'm not afraid of dying." Marco shrugged, seemingly at ease.
But once again, he declared, "Since I've become your sworn brother, I must live and die with you. No matter if we climb mountains of knives or walk through seas of fire, I will not hesitate."
"Hmm, good brother!"
Julian Johnsons's deep eyes were filled with starlight. Over the years, he seemed to have truly found a brother who shared his values...
The two of them discussed the plan on the way, figuring out how to proceed and how to confront Edbert Walker...
...
Meanwhile.
In the boundless Bamboo Grove in the North Suburb.
The place was filled with deadly traps in every corner.
Edbert Walker repeatedly patrolled personally, confirming over and over, leaving no detail unchecked.
