Ethan responded: “It’s understandable. Mr. Berry has controlled Crimson City single-handedly for many years. He naturally won’t allow a second grandmaster to emerge."
Rain still found it hard to fathom: “But surely, openly probing you like that seems excessive?"
Ethan said: “That blatant probing was his way of sending me a clear message."
Rain didn’t dwell on the matter further, continuing to descend the mountain path.
At the base of the mountain lay a cluster of villas, complete with a robust surveillance system and comprehensive amenities.
Ethan and Rain headed toward Villa No. 5, the residence of the Tremblay family.
"Rain, Mr. Berry’s probing leaves me deeply unsettled. I have no intention of challenging his position, but neither can I afford to be a powerless lamb.” Ethan said f
