Translator: Dj22031
Editor: Dj22031
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Si Huang’s pupils contracted. Even she hadn’t seen the speed at which Ivan fired his gun; by the time she reacted, he had already fired.
However, the reason she didn’t fire in time was because, a split second before Ivan fired, she noticed a slight twist in his wrist— this shot wasn’t aimed at Five Treasure.
“Ugh.” A muffled groan sounded from the man.
“I thought you’d keep pretending.” Ivan’s smile was like that of a gentleman from an ancient family, exuding perfect refinement.
Lei Qie, who had been lying unconscious on the ground, suddenly scrambled to his feet and ran while Ivan was playing with Five Treasure.
However, he had only darted less than half a meter when he was shot in the left leg.
Lei Qie didn’t stop; he rolled on the spot and continued rushing towards the door.
“Hmm?” Ivan smiled slightly. “You think you can escape?”
Lei Qie stopped in his tracks, then turned to look at Ivan. “No, no one can dodge Jasper’s bullets.”
He knew what the consequences would be if he turned his back on Ivan Jasper, so he chose to face him head-on.
Ivan’s smile was impeccable. “Thank you for your praise.”
Lei Qie tried to persuade him. “We have no grudges between us. I hope you can let me go.”
Ivan shook his head. “Your life is valuable. The important thing is that someone brought you to me. If I do nothing, it will cause misunderstandings.”
“How much? I can give you!”
Ivan revealed a meaningful smile, his eyes seemingly seeing through everything. “Are you sure you can afford it? A stray dog kicked out of the Pierce family.”
A look of embarrassment flashed across Lei Qie’s face, and then he heard Ivan say, “Who do you think is more valuable to cooperate with, you or the other two heirs of Pierce?”
Lei Qie’s entire expression darkened, his eyes turning a dark gold, revealing his inner anger and resentment.
Ivan seemed quite pleased with his angry display, his smile becoming even more elegant and gentle. “What should I do with you?” he said, walking towards Lei Qie with a rhythmic gait that seemed meticulously calculated.
Five Treasure, now awake, sensed Si Huang’s presence. His bright black eyes blinked, and he dashed towards Si Huang’s location, thinking himself inconspicuous.
[Your Majesty!]
Ordinary people wouldn’t care about a hamster’s behavior.
But Ivan Jasper wasn’t an ordinary person; in Lei Qie’s words, this guy was a freak, a madman!
“Why does everyone like to run away?” Ivan sighed.
His speech was calm, even tinged with disappointment. His gun-wielding hand barely moved, not even aiming… but Si Huang, hidden nearby, was certain that if he fired, it would hit Five Treasure! And this man fired guns like drinking water, never hesitating once he made a move!
“Bang—” This time, Si Huang acted decisively, firing a shot and leaping across the pool table, sweeping the stunned Five Treasure into her hand.
Her sudden appearance caught Lei Qie off guard, but Ivan seemed to have been prepared.
He fired almost as quickly after Si Huang, making it seem to anyone who didn’t know better think he was originally going to shoot at Si Huang’s bullet, and what’s worse, it actually hit!
The two bullets collided in mid-air, making Si Huang’s heart sink again. She knew clearly that Ivan was initially going to shoot Five Treasure, yet he managed to avert the crisis at the last second— it was clear what level of marksmanship he had reached; he was practically a true sharpshooter.
This not only demonstrated Ivan’s marksmanship but also revealed the man’s extremely calm mind.
Enemies with both strength and a calm mind were the most difficult to deal with!
At present, he was the best marksman Si Huang had ever seen.
If possible, she wouldn’t want to oppose Ivan, but considering his personality and the fact that he almost killed Five Treasure, Si Huang knew that negotiation was impossible.
A series of thoughts flashed through her mind in an instant. Si Huang’s movements didn’t falter for a moment; she had already darted to Ivan’s side, launching a flying kick straight at his face.
Ivan raised one hand to block, while his other hand, holding the gun, subtly shifted again, aiming at Si Huang.
This shot gave Si Huang the feeling that she had no way to avoid it.
Her mind raced, and her speed increased again. Her waist twisted incredibly in mid-air, agile, graceful, and explosive power enough to amaze anyone who saw it.
This time, her kick was even stronger, aimed at Ivan’s heart.
If it hit, there was an eighty percent chance he would suffocate instantly.
She had thought that Ivan would refrain from firing to save his own life, choosing to compromise.
Who knew Ivan wouldn’t?
This madman!
Since her rebirth, this was the most dangerous moment Si Huang had ever faced.
Death seemed imminent, every sense and cell in her body was boiling, the will to survive forced out her full potential, a mysterious vortex swirling in her eyes, instantly turning them a deep, dark green, a chilling calm masking a surge of madness, like the sharpest ice blade piercing the heart, leaving an indelible impression.
“Bang—”
Ivan staggered back, clutching his chest.
Si Huang landed and ran towards the door.
The person in charge noticed her and was about to stop her when Lei Qie ambushed him, knocking him unconscious with a single punch.
“Help me up!” Lei Qie had clearly recognized Si Huang; in fact, seeing Five Treasure and that head of silver hair, he already knew who had saved him.
Si Huang seemed not to hear him, walking past him without turning back.
“Damn it!” Lei Qie cursed under his breath, but reacted quickly, dragging his injured leg to catch up with Si Huang.
As soon as they ran out of the room, there was only one road in front of them. Si Huang glanced back at Lei Qie.
“Don’t follow me!”
Lei Qie grinned, looking utterly smug. “Now we’re on the same side, we should help each other.”
Si Huang’s mocking, icy gaze swept over the cold sweat on his forehead and his still-bleeding right leg, with traces of his blood on the road. Her expression grew even colder.
In her eyes, Lei Qie was not only trouble but also a burden.
Sensing the danger in her gaze, before Si Huang could speak or make a move, Lei Qie immediately spoke up. “No matter why you came here, and you happened to help me, you’re already targeted by Jasper. Even if you weren’t with me, Jasper wouldn’t let you go.”
“If we work together, our chances of escape are much greater,” Lei Qie persuaded, frowning as he took off his shirt and quickly and skillfully wrapped it around his left leg, temporarily stopping the bleeding and preventing further marks.
Si Huang didn’t respond to him. Based on the route she remembered from when she was carried there, there was only one way they could leave. If that route was blocked…
This thought had barely formed when Si Huang heard a group of footsteps and Ivan’s low, hoarse voice, “You can’t escape.”
Not only did they hear this, but all the guests on the Dream heard it too, because Ivan’s voice was broadcast over the ship’s public address system.
Si Huang noticed his voice was different from before; it had abandoned the elegant gentleness of a perfect gentleman, and now it was cold, with low, labored breathing that hinted at madness, giving Si Huang a sense of morbidity.
“Oh no, this freak has gone mad!” Lei Qie whispered, his expression pained and complicated.
Si Huang frowned, guessing the number of people approaching and the approximate time Ivan would arrive from the footsteps, realizing she couldn’t confront him head-on.
She silently surveyed her surroundings, then pushed open a door and slipped inside. As she closed the door behind her, Lei Qie reacted quickly and followed her in.
Faced with Lei Qie’s forced smile, Si Huang really had the urge to punch him in the face.
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