LIGHTNOVELONLINE Chapter 277: Connections
"Idiot," Reign coldly remarked.
"That's what you get for biting off more than you can chew," he added, letting out his anger one last time.
If there was one thing he was disappointed about right now, it was the fact that he couldn't torture Vincent slowly.
After confirming his target was dead using his undead eye, he lowered the seemingly ordinary pistol he was carrying.
Normally, a handgun wouldn't be capable of hitting a target at such a distance due to the limitations of its muzzle velocity and aerodynamic drag.
But, using his blue lightning element, he imparted additional kinetic energy to the bullet, augmenting its speed and force.
This enhancement extended the projectile's effective range beyond conventional limits, resulting in a shot that surpassed even the longest distances achievable by the most powerful sniper rifles currently available.
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In addition, because of the bullet's incredible speed, the wind had minimal effect on its trajectory, enabling him to accurately shoot Vincent.
As he stood there, he heard the distant sound of rotor blades approaching.
'So the backup has arrived' he mused inwardly, observing as dots in the sky grew closer and closer.
In the distance, a fleet of helicopters approached the building, their presence growing nearer.
Looking below, the roads were also filled with tanks and other military vehicles rushing in, a formidable show of military might converging on his location.
There were even combat robots, at least five dozen of them surrounding the entire area.
It was clear that the authorities weren't taking any chances.
He would have loved to play with them, but he needed to ensure Cyril was safe.
'I'll kill you all later,' he thought.
Before exiting the office, he inserted a Data Stick into the desk computer . This way, the mainframe could be hacked, and the CCTV footage erased.
With the flash drive in place, he watched as the hacking program quickly did its job.
Within moments, the screens flickered, and the data began to disappear.
Satisfied, he turned around and went to check on Cyril.
She was still sleeping soundly in the bed, which was better for him—it meant he could move unhindered.
'I'll bring you to a safer place,' he muttered, even though he knew she couldn't hear him.
Scooping her up gently, he made his way to the elevator shaft. Using the cables, he slid down to the lower levels.
From there, he navigated through the bloodied lobby and into the underground parking lot, where he accessed the building's drainage system. He chose this route to avoid detection.
The entire area outside the building was already surrounded by the military, so this was the only location safe enough to use.
First, he destroyed the concrete floor , creating an entry point into the blocked drainage system.
Because the drainage system was also blocked by some metal bars, he used his flame element to burn away the obstruction that prevented access. From there, he descended into a large sewer below.
The sewers were wide and echoed with dripping water. Despite its spooky look and the foul smell, the sewers gave them a hidden route under the building, keeping them safe from being detected.
Moving silently, he kept Cyril close, his senses alert to any signs of pursuit.
The distant sounds of helicopters and military vehicles echoed faintly from above, but down in the shadows of the drainage tunnels, they remained unseen and unheard.
The occasional drip of water was their only companion in the underground sewer until he finally found the location that Richard told him before hand.
Climbing the ladder, Reign pushed open the manhole cover.
There, George and the rest of the team were waiting, having secured a new ride for their escape.
"I'm glad she's safe!," Melissa exclaimed, hurrying to assist Reign in placing Cyril into the white van.
"I can't believe you actually pulled it off," George smiled, relieved that everything went according to plan.
Reign did not respond and just entered the vehicle.
He sat silently his seat, too mentally exhausted to even joke around with George.
All he wanted was to bring an end to this ordeal and get somewhere else so they could get Cyril the medical assistance she needed.
As he looked at her sleeping face at the back of the van, Reign felt an urge to touch her lips to check if she was still breathing.
But he restrained himself, not wanting others to think he favored her too much.
Richard drove the van to a secluded location inside the Region 2 while avoiding the authorities.
It was a place owned by someone who owed Lilith's organization a substantial debt—a five star hotel and casino.
As they arrived, Reign quickly wore his new human mask and changed his clothing.
He then carefully pushed Cyril inside in a wheelchair that had been prepared beforehand, with Melissa and George following closely behind.
They bypassed the normal lobby and headed straight to the elevator, making their way to the 30th floor where a VIP suite awaited them.
When they entered, Lilith was already in the suite, sipping a red wine and watching the news on a massive 100-inch television.
"Welcome back," she greeted.
Her back turned toward them so George and Melissa didn't see her face, but her voice alone suggested she was a beauty.
"You made quite a commotion," she giggled, showing that she wasn't displeased with what he had done.
"You helped me a lot this time," Reign responded, his tone surprisingly thankful.
Normally, he would be too reserved to admit it, but he must give credit where it was due.
"Of course I'll help you, we are partners," Lilith replied.
This time, she stood up and turned around to face them while holding her glass of wine.
George and Melissa were shocked; she was even more charismatic and alluring than Cyril.
'Why is this guy a chick magnet?' George thought, glancing at Reign and noticing how Lilith seemed to hold this man eating monster in high regard.
'Is it just me, or am I becoming less attractive?' Melissa wondered silently. She could sensed her confidence slipping with each passing moment.
Anna, Cyril, and now Lilith—she felt like all the women in Reign's life were stunning beauties of their generation.
While Melissa knew she was beautiful in her own right, she couldn't help but feel that her genes were too ordinary compared to theirs.
"I'm sorry, where are my manners? I forgot to introduce myself. My name is Lilith," she apologized warmly, her tone instantly making everyone lower their guards down.
Melissa nodded and smiled politely, while George was still struck by her beauty.
Even his wife, Annabelle, couldn't compare to Lilith's effortlessly charming face. Her purple hair and eyes made her stand out even more—she was otherworldly beautiful.
THUD!
Reign kick George's behind after seeing him waste time.
"Pervert," Melissa sneered in disdain, knowing exactly what was going on in George's mind.
Lilith, on the other hand, just smiled at their interaction.
She was accustomed to this kind of situation; after all, her beauty was renowned even in the highest echelons of Hell.
She even recalled a time when even the King of Hell himself tried to win her over.
It was a rough period, and she had ended up hiding for countless years until the connection to the human world was reestablished.
"Please bring her to the other room. I've already called a private doctor to check on her," Lilith said, breaking the awkward silence.