Chapter: 2614

Across the river, Stone and Pigeon scoured the area with unwavering vigilance. The figure instinctively retreated deeper into the shadows, his back pressed against the bridge's pillar.

Fortunately, he was able to evade the notice of the two men who eventually departed, muttering curses under their breath as they hastened away.

As Allen watched them depart, he waited a beat before cautiously releasing his hand from his mouth, emitting a soft cough.

Allen grimaced, surveying the spot where his chest had been burned by a cigarette moments earlier. The fabric of his shirt bore a pink hue, nearly melding with the burned flesh beneath.

Drawing a deep breath, the pain intensified as water seeped into his wound, causing his fingertips to tingle with discomfort. With effort, Allen hoisted himself up from the ground, finally ascending from the bridge's shadowy refuge to the road above.