The Deadly Assassin Robin by Tristan Storm

Chapter 257 Is That Your Source of Confidence? After the sharp crack of gunfire echoed in the air, Hugh erupted into fits of laughter.

Yet, his amusement was abruptly cut short by a piercing scream that sent chills down his spine, freezing the grin on his face. Amidst the swirling dust at the entrance, Robin strode confidently inside, grasping Brenda's hand firmly.

Huh? Hugh and his gang stood momentarily dumbfounded.

How had Nico, positioned so closely, failed to hit Robin and Brenda? The group turned their gazes to Nico, who was now sprawled on the ground, one of his arms cleanly severed at the wrist.

"Hugh, remember what you said: if you're willing to bet, be prepared to lose. And if you go back on your word, you risk losing your limbs," Robin proclaimed, taking deliberate steps toward Hugh.

Brenda's eyes widened in horror as she finally registered the severed wrist that had once held Nico's gun, lying in a pool of warm blood beside it.

Hugh remained frozen in disbelief, unable to comprehend how Robin and Brenda had evaded Nico's shots.

He hadn't even seen Robin make his move.

Nico's hand that was holding the gun had been severed by a swift blade that Robin had kicked toward him. Clenching his teeth against the agonizing pain, Nico gasped, "You're clueless! "Do you even understand what awaits those who cross my path?" Brenda shuddered, sensing the lethal intent radiating from Nico.

With a calm smile, Robin asked, "What do you think that fate might be? "Didn't you say that if anyone goes back on their word, it means losing hands and feet? "Why are you threateningnow? "Do you need a reminder that in this business, whether you're on the light side or the dark side, you must keep your word! "Otherwise, you're just an annoyance that will eventually be crushed." Nico's expression twisted with fury, his eyes sparking with lethal intent.

"You're bold! Hugh, let him know our background!" Hugh pointed at Robin, his voice laced with venom, "I don't care where you cfrom; you entered our territory today, and now you're as good as dead! "Do you understand why we've been able to dominate this street for so long without any challengers? "It's because we have the Rogarios backing us." Robin dismissed him with a shake of his head. "The Rogarios? Is that your source of confidence?" Hugh puffed out his chest defiantly and retorted coldly, "Yes! Do you even grasp what The Rogarios mean in Terenova? If=" Before he could finish, Robin yanked him by the hair and slammed his face into the poker table.

Thud! Hugh's face collided forcefully with the table, splintering it and leaving him bloodied and unconscious on the floor.

"The Rogarios?" Robin said, his smile icy as he approached Nico.

"If the Rogarios truly supported you, even the Queen of Terenova would bow before me! "The Rogarios mean nothing!" With that, Robin loomed over Nico, crushing his remaining hand underfoot and grinding it slowly.

Nico screamed in agony, the sound echoing like a slaughtered animal.

After a couple of minutes, Robin lifted his foot, wiping the blood off his shoe onto Nico's shirt.

"Take my advice: it's best if this ends here.

"Otherwise, losing limbs will be the least of your concerns.

"Brenda, let's go!" Robin urged, snatching the briefcase Brenda had dropped and pulling her away from the gambling den.

Outside, the man who had cto deliver money was still waiting.

Robin tossed the briefcase back into the man's arms. "Take this back." The man said nothing and simply departed, driving off with the briefcase in tow.

Brenda followed Robin for quite a distance before reality hit her.

She glanced back at the gambling den, ensuring no one was tailing them, then whispered, "Robin, we're in serious trouble! "Those people are going to kill us!" Brenda exclaimed, her eyes wide with worry.

Robin tousled her hair playfully, laughing, "Oh, con! It's those fools who are way over their heads.

"Let's go hand have Marrisa cook something special. We should celebrate!" Brenda sighed deeply, shaking her hair back with a hint of determination.

"Alright, Robin, if you're not afraid, then I won't be either! "Who cares? If things go south, we'll just grab this money and take off! "Forget that! I'm treating you to drinks when we get back!" At that moment, Brenda's phone buzzed in her pocket. "Alison, are you taking a break today?" Stealing a ,"Since you're off for an et e of days, you should Brick glance at Robin, she cover to my place.

"I'll introduce you to someone.

"You're going to be impressed when you meet him.

"I have to tell you, Robin is back.

"When you meet him, you'll see why he's so amazing-he's incredibly handsome! "If he weren't my brother, I'd totally keep him all to myself!" Brenda laughed, the lightness in her voice evident.

Noticing her cheerful demeanor, Robin casually asked, "So, who are you chatting with that has you smiling like that?" "I'm not telling! You'll just have to wait until she gets here.

"She's a surprise gift fromto you. Ha!" Brenda brushed off her earlier fears, happily chattering with Robin as if the chaos at the casino had never occurred. As they laughed together, they arrived at Marrisa Soup Kitchen.

Inside, Marrisa was pacing nervously.

With Robin just back, she had been a bundle of nerves ever since he followed Hugh and the others to the casino.

Her anxiety made it difficult for her to focus on anything else today.

Customers who entered the restaurant had all been turned away.

Marrisa understood the trouble Hugh and Nico could cause.

Robin was only involved with them because of Brenda.

Knowing Robin's temper, she anticipated trouble once they reached the casino.

Lost in her worries, Marrisa decided to check on them when she finally spotted Robin and Brenda approaching her.

Relief washed over her as she rushed forward, grabbing their hands and bursting into tears.

"You scaredto death! "Hugh and his crew-did they hurt you?"

"Relax, Marrisa, you're still the sold worry wart," Robin reassured her warm smile. Xjust went do with a play a little gwith Brenda's friends. "What could they do to me?" Marrisa shot a bewildered glance between Brenda and Robin.

She could hardly believe they had returned unscathed.

"Brenda, nothing really happened, right?" Brenda, feeling the weight of the moment, struggled to find her words.

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ders, guiding Robin gently placed his hands on Marrisa's shoulders, guiding herm chair, and then set a locked briefcase in front of her. "Marrisa, everything is fine! "Brenda and I just had sfun at the casino and cback with swinnings. This is for you."

As Robin opened the briefcase, Marrisa's eyes widened at the sight of 300,000 dollars) and she fell back in astonishment. "R-Robin, how did you win so much?" "I played a gagainst Hugh and his crew," Robin explained as he helped her up.

"Gambling? You can't be serious!" Marrisa trembled. "Hugh and his crew won't just let this slide.

"I can't take this money. You need to return it!" Robin closed the briefcase and placed it firmly in Marrisa's hands.

"Keep the money safe, Marrisa. I'm not leaving until I handle Hugh and Nico.

"Just focus on running your soup restaurant. No one will cafter you for money again." Marrisa hesitated, still unsure about accepting the 300,000.

"Robin, what on earth have you been doing all these years?" Robin settled in front of her.

"Over time, I got involved with a mercenary group in Fricana and earned a lot of money-" Just then, a cheerful voice called from outside, "Is Brenda home?" Brenda jumped up excitedly. "Alison, you're here already? Cin!" As Alison walked in, she spotted Robin, and they both froze.

"Wait, you? How did you get here?" Alison exclaimed in shock.

Robin couldn't help but chuckle quietly; he hadn't realized Alison knew Brenda.