Chapter 819 A Good Chat Between Brothers
Anthony knew Benjamin was merely worried about him and also felt anxious due to the tension
between Keh and Darz.
He was torn between speaking out and keeping mum, and his tense expression betrayed his
hesitation.
Benjamin detected that something was amiss, so he leaned forward and asked, “Are you keeping
something from me, Tony?”
Although Benjamin was a boy of few words, he had always been observant and sensitive. Thus, it
was never easy to hide anything from him.
“Nah, how is that possible?” Anthony knew he had unwittingly aroused Benjamin''s suspicion, so he
looked his brother in the eyes, gave him a smile, and assured him.
“I can tell you''re not your normal self,” Benjamin insisted.
Anthony pursed his lips, pausing to organize his thoughts before exining, “Benjamin, the matter
is no longer just between me and Vermillion Base. It involves Daddy and DX Group as well. Haven''t
you realized that they have already openly dered war on one another since thest incident? Do
you think the matter will be resolved if I stop what I''m doing?”
Benjamin frowned slightly and mumbled, “That''s true.”
However, a brief momentter, he fixed his gaze on Anthony again and asked, “Now, I am less
concerned about Holden and Vermillion Base. We are just doing our best to get rid of the bad guys.
But what about Kyle? If Daddy really goes all out to fight against Darz, we''ll be caught in
between. Whatever the oue is, we don''t want to see any party getting hurt.”
“You''re right...” It was Anthony''s turn to frown and mumble to himself. He looked troubled.
Seeing that, Benjamin couldn''t help but ask, “So you''ve not sorted it out?”
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“Sort what out?” Anthony could notprehend that sudden question.
“You mean you agreed to let Kyle get involved even though you don''t have a foolproof solution to
the problem?” Benjamin was taken aback. He thought Anthony had a backup n.
Anthony gave him a side eye and retorted, “At this point in time, do you think Kyle will let things be
just because I refuse to give my consent?”
“But... does that mean we sit back and do nothing at all?” Benjamin was worried.
“Can youe up with a solution?” Anthony raised his eyebrow and threw his brother a challenge.
“I...” Benjamin knitted his brows and said, “What can I possiblye up with? You are always the
problem solver. Moreover, you are the one closest to Kyle among us.”
Although they were all members of Darz, they had always served in different fields. Kyle was
involved in the overall operations while Anthony was the expert in technology systems. Benjamin
was the backup whom Kyle would go to for help whenever Anthony was not avable. As Anthony
was the main person Kyle worked with, the two had always been closer.
“It is precisely because he knew me well that he can easily tell when I''m hiding something from
him,” Anthony replied as his eyes dimmed.
What Anthony said was a fact that Benjamin could not refute. He fell into deep thoughts, then
asked, “How about we tell him the matter is resolved when we get back there?”
“If the matter is resolved, he''ll ask Thalia to bring us back for further training,” Anthony countered.
“In that case—” Benjamin was about to explore further when Anthony interrupted.
“Forget it, we''ll take it as ites,” Anthony said, staring into the ceiling. “If it is inevitable that
Daddy will go into confrontation with Holden, then it is only a matter of time before we''ll have to face
it. Let''s mentally prepare ourselves for that day.”
Benjamin followed Anthony''s lead andy down on his back to stare at the ceiling. “I''ve been
mentally preparing myself since the day I knew about this. Unfortunately, as the days passed, I
couldn''t help but worry and stress over it.”
“I never thought it''ll be so serious. The situation is more dire than we have ever imagined,” Anthony
said.
“Do you think we can just run away, Tony? Let''s not take sides and let them do whatever they want,”
Benjamin suggested.
“Where can we run away to? Can you disappear from the surface of the earth?” Anthony returned.
Benjamin pursed his lips, unable to refute his brother. “That''s true. Where can we run away to? So
long as there''swork avable, we can''t escape from them.”
Anthony fell into silence, and Benjamin turned around to gaze at him quietly for a while.
Finally, Benjamin broke the silence and said, “Tony, I know you must be more troubled than I am.
After all, you are much closer to Kyle. Denise and I merely followed your lead and joined Darz
on a whim. We were not as devoted and had not poured our heart and soul into it.”
Anthony did not speak a word, which proved that Benjamin was right in his assessment of
Anthony''s inner conflict.
Anthony was doing something he was passionate about, and he had devoted himself to Darz''s
work. He was the one responsible for Darz''s rapid development in recent days.
There was no doubt he was most affected and torn by what was happening.
“I''m d you see that,” Anthony confessed with a sigh.
He was expecting Benjamin would console him, but instead, Benjaminzily raised his brow and
said, “That''s it. It''s enough to have you worry over the matter. Denise and I shouldn''t really be
concerned about it.”
Anthony was at a loss for words, dumbstruck by that unusual reasoning.
“Yup, everything will be fine. It''s gettingte, so let''s get some sleep!” With his thoughts sorted out,
Benjamin looked rxed and relieved. He got into afortable position, ready to get to sleep.
Anthony stared at him in disbelief and demanded, “Wait a minute. I don''t get it! Exin yourself.”
“Isn''t it obvious? You''ve always been the strong one, the tower of strength in our family. That means
Denise and I can afford to take it easy!” Benjamin said, matter-of-factly.
“Are you serious? How can you speak with such imprudence?” Anthony gasped.
“I meant what I just said. Don''t you know that?” Benjamin responded shamelessly, causing Anthony
to grimace.
Then, Benjamin gave him a smile and a pat on his back before saying, “Good night, Tony! Sweet
dreams!”
With that, he turned around and got ready to sleep.
Anthony''s eyes narrowed, unable to believe what he saw.
Not only was Benjamin leaving all the worrying to him, but his brother also had the cheek to decide
on spending the night on his bed without his permission.
“Aren''t you going back to your own room?” Anthony hurriedly protested.
“Nope. It''ste. I''m too tired to move!” Benjamin mumbled.
“No! You get back to your own room!” Anthony was in distress.
Benjamin showed no intention of getting up and just sleepily groused, “What''s the problem? We''ve
slept together countless times before.”
“That was when we were young! It''s different now, so get back to your own bed,” Anthony insisted.
“Get up!” Anthony nudged Benjamin, ufortable with the thought that he had to share a room
with his brother again after such a long time.
There was no response from Benjamin. Soon, all that could be heard in the room was the soft
sound of his even breathing.
An incredulous Anthony leaned over and found his brother was already fast asleep.
He was left speechless, but despite being disgruntled, he resignedly pulled over a nket and
draped it over Benjamin, who had the talent of being able to fall asleep anytime and anywhere.
After making sure Benjamin was okay, Anthony switched off the lights and settled down for the night
as well.
It was only then that he realized he actually felt better after having a good chat with Benjamin. Thus,
it didn''t take long for him to blissfully fall asleep.
After Anthony fell asleep, Benjamin, who had his back facing his brother, couldn''t help but secretly
broke into a small smile.