Dark Fox also felt a deep sense of worry, knowing that John would inevitably have to choose someone to fight.


    However, with Silver Tear in less than optimistic condition, any such choice seemed doomed to fail.


    John had indeed shown considerable strength before, but facing two opponents was an entirely different scenario.


    He began to consider the possibility of himself stepping into the arena, having never coordinated with John before.


    If it were truly a matter of bringing out the opponent''s full strength, it would certainly be challenging.


    Yet, if they supported each other, perhaps they could survive, which would be the only way to better rescue their captain.


    With these thoughts, Dark Fox''s emotions wereplex, yet he forcefully pretended as if nothing had happened.


    Meanwhile, Francis and the others were closely observing the twopanions.


    They had already investigated; the three hade together, which meant they definitely knew each other and were aware of each other''s capabilities.


    If John was indeed to pick someone, these two were the only choices.


    The woman was not considered a threat—just a woman, after all.


    What truly worried them was the other man beside her.


    Although he appeared not very powerful, who could say if he held any aces up his sleeve?


    After all, John, a gold-tier awakener, had dared to challenge them; perhaps this man also had an unusual background.


    "You really have quite an appetite. Enjoy your meal then, I''ll be heading back. I hope you perform well in the arena tomorrow."


    Francis said this with a faint smile, while Benjamin also rose from his seat with a grin.


    His corpulence swayed like a mountain of flesh, causing a slight tremor in the ground as he walked.


    It was hard to imagine such a powerful figure presented in this way.


    As the two men left, some spectators also decided to leave, seeing no more spectacle to witness.


    However, others chose to stay, curious about what decision the boss would make.


    This was the first time they had seen the boss engage in a dispute with other heavyweights over someone like John.


    It was truly an incredible situation, and they were keen to find out more.


    Though the boss was sitting right across from John, he seemed as if he didn''t see him, continuing to eat as if nothing else mattered, sparking curiosity among the onlookers.


    "You don''t seem to be afraid at all," the ck mist surged and murmured this softly.


    John keenly noticed the ck mist beginning to slowly converge around them, forming a circle.


    However, he didn''t feel any malice; instead, it seemed as though the mist was shielding them from the surrounding affairs, and it appeared that those outside could no longer hear their voices.


    "Why should I be afraid? Since you''ve shown yourself, you wouldn''t just watch them run wild here. I do trust you on that," John said.


    The thick ck mist seemed to churn more vigorously, as ifughing, and then he heard it say, "Even if it''s not for me. For the sake of the hotel''s reputation, you wouldn''t let them do anything ominous here. I''m betting on that, and it looks like I might have bet correctly."


    Silver Tear and Dark Fox were shocked to hear him speak so candidly!


    Honestly, they had never considered that John was also gambling—gambling with his life!


    Any mishap just now could have been fatal for John! Even if they were right in their guess, what then?


    If they couldn''tst until the moment the boss intervened, it would still be a dead end!


    Now, they suddenly felt a retrospective fear.


    Fortunately, John had held on! Otherwise, the situation could have been even more dreadful than they imagined.


    John leisurely finished hisst bite of food and then gazed at the mass of mist across from him.


    "Any more to say? If not, I''ll be heading back. I need to prepare for tomorrow''s match."


    The mist churned but ultimately said nothing, simply dissipating.


    The maid also departed respectfully, leaving only Jasmte still standing there, quietly waiting for John, seemingly ready to follow hismands indefinitely.


    Silver Tear had wanted to ask what was going on, but seeing Jasmte still there, she felt a different emotion stirring and bit her lip, forcing herself to pretend as if nothing had happened.


    Once back in their room, Jasmte finally left, and Silver Tear could no longer hold back.


    "Are you insane? How could you agree to their demand to enter the match? What if something happens? What if the captain isn''t even rescued yet, and you''re already pulled in?"


    Silver Tear was frantic with worry, yet she dared not speak too loudly, fearful of eavesdroppers.


    Dark Fox, on the other hand, became even more silent, as he began to contemte how to prepare for the uing match.


    "Alright, it''s happened now, and there''s no use worrying elsewhere. All the worrying in the world won''t help. We might as well think about how we''re going to handle the match."


    Thinking about it, he felt somewhat helpless because it seemed like they truly had no chance of winning.


    "Can you tell me what you''re really thinking? Do you have any confidence in this matter, or were you just trying to buy some time?"


    If it was just a dying tactic, he might be able to understand, but what if they really had topete?


    "We''ve never really coordinated well together before, and if we just go into it directly, there might be idents. Why don''t we take tonight, while we still have time, to rest properly and then consider how to coordinate better for tomorrow?"


    Silver Tear nodded quickly upon hearing Dark Fox''s suggestion.


    After all, this was their only hope.


    If they could devise a strategy, perhaps there was still a chance to win.


    It would certainly be better than doing nothing and just waiting here.


    "Look, don''t worry about it. Rest assured, I have a n for this, and you two won''t need to step in when the timees."


    When Silver Tear heard this, her eyes widened in disbelief, her face a picture of astonishment.


    "What do you mean? What does it mean we don''t have to fight? Do you realize what this implies? Are you going to take on both of them alone? Or do you have another partner?"


    Silver Tear was incredibly anxious, but then she dismissed her own question, knowing it was unlikely for John to have any partners.


    "Look, you don''t need to worry. Just get some rest, and leave the rest to me. I promise you, there won''t be any problems," John reassured them.


    After saying this, he headed straight back to his own room to rest.


    They were in a suite, so each had their own room.


    Silver Tear and Dark Fox exchanged a look, both visibly worried.


    "What do we do? Are we really just going to do nothing?"


    Silver Tear''s breathing became hurried with anxiety.


    She didn''t know what to say or how to resolve the issue.


    Dark Fox sighed involuntarily.


    "Since John said not to worry about it, let''s not. We''ll just see how it goes when the timees."