Chapter: 408

Sean's words, neither an outright acceptance nor a refusal, eased the tension among the three, who had felt somewhat downcast following Phillip's observation.

K then spoke up. "Now that my assignment is over, I'll take on the role of safeguarding Mr. Scott during his stay in Otland."

Given his combat prowess, K was recognized as the most skilled fighter of the group. Phillip quickly concurred, "The task was indeed coming your way but stopped when the news of you being on a mission arrived. Well, now that you're available, make some arrangements. Mr. Scott, this way."

The man with silver-white hair, known as K, gestured farewell to J and T, giggling. “It looks like Mr. Scott requires my assistance urgently. I'll lead the way."

J clenched his teeth in frustration, muttering, "Ugh! That face!"

T offered a consoling pat on J's shoulder, suggesting, "We might as well remain at the Sacredice. It seems we're stuck here for the duration."

J shook off T's hand with a glare, his response icy. “If there's any chance to depart, I'd prefer to stay by Mr. Scott's side and contribute. You, keep your distance, you indolent mutt.”

“Hey, what did I say to merit such anger? I'm not indolent, just so you know."

Outside the hospital, Jack and his crew hid in the darkness, their gaze fixed on the bustling entrance.

"Sir, why are you going out of your way for Jimena, that bitch?"

After Jack and Jimena's breakup, Jimena seemed to thrive, first working as a club hostess and then dabbling in more dubious professions. Rumor had it she'd recently discovered the lucrative world of caregiving, catering to the affluent.

Every single one of Jack's associates was well well-aware of Jimena's antics.

Jack absentmindedly played with his hair, his lips curling. "It's the beauty that piqued my curiosity," he remarked with a dangerous sparkle in his eye. "I've indulged in my share of flings, but none boasted the looks to rival Jimena's."

One of his men sneered, "Sir, those foreign types are all that. In my opinion, our local girls have them beat..."

He was abruptly cut off by a sharp elbow jab from a man. “What're you talking about? Foreign or not, a beauty's a beauty. Like her, over there! She's absolutely stunning."

One of Jack's associates even whistled at a woman by the entrance.

She turned their way with a scowl, and every onlooker was momentarily spellbound by her allure. Adorned in a pearl-hued silk dress, her chestnut-colored hair was flowing gracefully down her back. The woman boasted stunning facial features, a sculpted silhouette, and elegantly long legs.

Upon catching a direct glimpse of her, Jack found himself captivated by her beauty. She was simply breathtaking.

This encounter marked Jack's first realization of the allure a true beauty held. Her eyes sparkled like celestial bodies, effortlessly capturing his attention. The sight of this dazzling woman left Jack feeling as if he were on the verge of combustion, completely mesmerized by her beauty and form.

"This must be the woman Jimena spoke of. She's absolutely mesmerizing,"

Jack stated, his eyes alight with longing. "I need twenty men ready.

She should be with me by tonight."

He turned to an associate, saying, "This is your responsibility. Fail, and don't bother returning. Slackers have no place here."

The associate trembled from head to toe and said, “Yes, sir!"