Chapter 504
Chapter 504:
He harbored no relief over Milena’s rescue; a far greater challenge loomed large.
Milena had barely survived after inhaling just a trace of the gas. If the gas were to spread more widely, how could he possibly stem the tide and save more lives?
Recalling the masked men in the sewer, who writhed and wailed from inhaling the toxic gas, Ashton felt a lump in his throat.
At that moment, he realized the lethality of the gas, secretly concocted by the Dark Night Organization in the sewers, had exceeded his worst fears.
If the organization were to release this gas into the public, the consequences would be catastrophic, potentially sparking an unparalleled disaster.
This matter had to be reported to the relevant departments without delay.
Understanding the gravity of the situation, Ashton gritted his teeth and forced himself back to his feet.
With a resolute expression, he turned to Emanuel beside him and said, “Mr. Brooks, please lend me your phone. I have something urgent that needs to be reported immediately.” His tone left no room for debate; it was more of an order than a request.
Emanuel immediately handed his phone to Ashton without hesitation.
Ashton quickly dialed Rayden, the director of the police department, and relayed the critical information he had uncovered about the Dark Night Organization’s sinister activities.
Upon hearing that the organization was developing hazardous gases in secrecy, Rayden’s expression turned profoundly grave. After a moment of contemplative silence, Rayden quickly composed himself and responded with a stern expression, “Thank you, Mr. Baldwin, for providing this crucial information. I will immediately deploy police forces to conduct covert investigations throughout the city. I sincerely hope their development isn’t complete. Otherwise, if this toxic gas is employed in a large-scale attack, the peace of Staville will be severely jeopardized.”
Fraser’s plot had caught Ashton completely off guard.
The gas they released served a dual purpose—not only as a lethal snare for him and Milena but also as a crafty diversion, allowing them to escape through the underground passages. Now, tracking down the remainder of the gang posed a formidable task. Ashton knew he had lost his opportunity to wipe out the gang once and for all.
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Every corner of Staville seemed laden with danger, an unpredictable battlefield where an assault could erupt at any moment.
Ashton was certain of one thing—the once-secure Carter family estate was no longer a safe haven.
After ensuring Milena was safe, Ashton paused briefly to gather his strength and then hurried back to the Carter residence. His original strategies needed swift revision; he had to ensure the Campbell sisters returned to Inewood without delay.
Upon reaching the estate as darkness enveloped the sky, he found Rosalie in the kitchen, engrossed in dinner preparations. Hearing the footsteps behind her, she paused and turned, her face marked by resolve and a slight blush coloring her cheeks. “Ashton, do you have time tonight? Don’t you always want to—” Her words were cut off as Ashton interrupted, urgency lacing his voice. “Rosalie, you need to pack now. Take Selena and go back to Inewood immediately!”
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