Chapter: 2599

Allen was caught off guard, clearly not anticipating such words from him. For a moment, he struggled to find his voice, and eventually, he managed to utter a response. "My name is Allen Gibson. What's yours?"

"Victor Sullivan." He avoided eye contact, his voice devoid of emotion, speaking in short, matter-of-fact sentences.

Allen continued, "You seem older than me. Can I just call you Victor?"

"Sure."

“I'm sorry for pulling you into this." Allen's voice softened with remorse. He then raised his eyes to Victor, adding hesitantly, “Victor, could you do me a favor?"