“They’re concealed in the roadside grass,” he deduced.
Almost instantly, the gunfire grew, a rhythmic onught that left the bulletproof windows pocked and
cratered.
Marcus’ lips tightened.
“Their firepower is overwhelming. The ss won’t withstand it.”
“With the tire burst, the car’s useless. What’s our n?” Derek asked.
“Leave the car. Head for the forest.”
Once outside, Marcus and Derek moved swiftly into the wooded area.
“They’ve left the car and entered the forest!” came a shout.
“Chase them!”
Gunfire pursued them into the dense forest.
Afternding three sessful shots, Marcus sought refuge behind a tree, panting heavily as rain
dripped from his resolute jaw. In the enveloping darkness, a faint sneer yed on his Lips.
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These attackers were experts, their skill a product of extensive training. Jonah and Bruce must have
invested much in their development.
But killing him was not going to be as easy as they thought.
With two resonating shots, Derek sessfully incapacitated two assants, then quickly sought cover
not far from Marcus.
“Mr. Thomas, they’re closing in again,” Derek informed, concerncing his voice.
No sooner had he spoken than a searing bullet skimmed past Derek’s side. He briefly extended himself
to return fire but had to pull back swiftly.
A shlight’s beam targeted their location.
“They’re behind those trees up ahead. Advance on them!” came amand.
Bruce, observing from a distance, gestured to someone beside him.
Interpreting the signal, that person separated from the main group and moved to nk.
Bruce signaled yet another person to approach from a different direction.
The assants were swiftly closing the distance. Derek looked toward Marcus, determination in his
voice.
“Mr. Thomas, I’ll provide cover. You need to get out of here.”
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Marcus’ eyes lowered, his ears attuned to the sound of approaching footsteps. He knew that if he fled,
leaving Derek to face their enemies alone, Derek’s fate would be sealed.