hapter 254 Be Careful of the People Behind the Lynches
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Beau paused briefly before finally saying, “Clarissa, we need to think about this carefully. Before, we had no idea who Zev really was and believed it was fine to eliminate him using Lucas‘ hand. Plus, back then, it was Lucas‘ command to have Assad’s men in Seaville handle the situation. Even if an investigation happens, the blame falls on Lucas, not us …
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Beau still felt uneasy about the Lockharts. “But now, we’ve learned that Zev is actually Zion, Wade’s grandson. If we take action against him … if anything goes wrong…
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“That’s why we planned to use a different approach rather than directly eliminating him,” Clarissa said with a frown.
Beau dismissed the idea with a wave of his hand. “Not getting rid of him is a bigger risk. If anything goes wrong in the plan, our family will be exposed, and there will be no way out for us.”
Clarissa’s expression darkened. “Dad, you’re getting old and scared of everything.”
She clenched her fists tightly. “Zev trapped me in the elevator today. He clearly wanted me dead. If we don’t take the risk, we’re doomed anyway! Besides, he must already know that the child isn’t hìs, Do you really think he’ll keep that secret out of goodwill? No, he and Kelly are definitely waiting for me to embarrass myself, waiting for our family to fall apart!”
Clarissa’s emotions flared up, and she bit her finger in frustration. “Dad, we can’t afford to wait any longer If they delayed further, their family would meet a tragic end.
Beau sat on the couch, deep in thought, before finally making up his mind. “I’ll get in touch with Assad.”
At Bridgeport Street.
Beneath the bridge, Zev removed his hood and picked up a small rock, tossing it into the water. As it sank, ripples spread outward in overlapping circles.
“Lucas is gone, and his armed organization has been completely dismantled. But that’s just how things go. When one den of criminals collapses, another one takes its place.” A lean man wearing a baseball cap approached from behind and stopped beside Zev.
He flicked a stone across the surface, making it skip a dozen times before vanishing into the depths.
“The higher–ups have already locked onto a new target Lucas‘ brother, Assad, the so–called medical equipment dealer. According to reliable intelligence, Lucas was able to stay afloat for so long because he had financial backing, and that source was Assad. Every cent Assad made came from dirty deals.”
Assad was the true mastermind behind the Lynches.
“If we don’t take A sad down, he’ll keep funneling funds to support the next Lucas and the next one after that.” The man’s mask concealed most of his face, but a tattoo trailed from his neck up to the back of his
ear.
He had an effortlessly cool demeanor, yet his eyes were sharp and unclouded.
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eliminate Cecil Bowen. Cecil… he’s not exactly a good person, but at least he has some principles, some lines he won’t cross. Thats where I see my opportunity. If I work with him, I might just find a way to bring Assad down. As for Seavile… that’s in your hands now.
His gaze settled on Zev, deep and unreadable.
He had once fought alongside Zev.
Now, he is the next undercover agent assigned to infiltrate Oasisvale.
“The Lynches are too cunning, covering their tracks well without revealing a single flaw…” Zev muttered in frustration. “Relax, as long as you have proof on your side, I’ll make sure Seaville is taken care of.”
The other man grinned and gave Zev a reassuring pat on the shoulder. “Let me ask you. How did you manage to survive five years in Oasisvale?”
“I had my wife with me, so it wasn’t that tough,” Zev bragged confidently.
“You’re incredibly fortunate…” the man murmured, lowering his head as he adjusted the brim of his hat.
“Carlos, come back alive,” Zev’s usual smirk faded as he spoke in a firm tone.
“I’ll do my best.” The man called Carlos, his eyes turned red, yet he still forced a smile departed. “Be careful of the Lynches. They’re under surveillance from higher up. Without concrete proof,
ving as he we can’t act recklessly. There are forces backing them.”
Zev gave a small nod, remaining where he stood, silently watching Carlos disappear into the distance.
One by one, they left, shedding blood, sacrificing their lives, losing countless brothers and allies.
How could he possibly allow someone like Clarissa to thrive in Seaville, living off the suffering of others and running wild without consequences?
At the market.
“Hey there, handsome! Looking for some fish?” The vendor at the market already knew Zev. With a smile, she scooped up a fresh tilapia for him.
“Ma’am, add some tiger prawns too, the fresh ones. My wife has high standards,” Zev gestured toward the
prawns.
The vendor chuckled. “You really pamper your wife, don’t you?”
“Obviously.” Zev grabbed the fish and prawns, ready to leave, but suddenly halted. Something felt off.
His instincts were sharper than most. He could always tell when someone was trailing him.
Lucas has died. Drakonia should have been a safe place.
So who was tailing me now?
The Lynches?
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Unless they had completely lost their minds.
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