Seth initially intended to pull the trigger and end Micah's life, but reconsidered and stopped himself. Squinting, he looked at Micah with a sneer, "I'll make sure you and your father experience the fall from grace to the depths of hell."With a gesture, his men dragged Micah and Mr. Joker away.Seth issued an order, "Wilfred and Nina won't get far. Bring them back to me. I want to them alive or see their bodies if they're dead!""Yes, sir," his men responded in unison.......Taking advantage of the chaos, Nash infiltrated the Yaren tribe. He understood the importance of targeting the leader to disrupt the opposing force effectively.Micah had many people with him, but Nash saw an opportunity with Ivy. He pointed his gun at Ivy's head. "Don't move. Take me to Nina!"Ivy was sitting at her desk, in front of a painting she had completed—a sea of roses. It wasn't very lifelike, but the outlines and colors revealed the artist's state of mind.She had long noticed the footsteps app
Nash didn't even glance at her. "Do I need to spell out your relationship with Seth?"He had already investigated and uncovered the connection between Miranda and Seth. Seth's attacks on him and Nina weren't just driven by ambition and Nina's identity, but also by Miranda."Indeed, one can't keep secrets forever. But now that you've walked right into my trap, I won't let you leave. Nash, you've always looked down on me, and you even allowed Nina to scheme against me. You're so arrogant. I'm going to drag you down and make you my prisoner!" Miranda sneered.Nash's gaze was icy and filled with disgust.Suddenly, Nash’s soldiers rushed in, surrounding Miranda. Only then did she realize that Nash had tricked her. Of course, Nash wouldn't charge into enemy territory alone when his main goal was to rescue Nina.Nash slowly stood up, seemingly unaffected by the powder Miranda had used. She stared at him in disbelief. At this moment, she realized that Nash had only used her as a hostage,
Nash had his soldiers around him and also sharp instincts, so Seth's attempt to harm him failed. However, in any battle, casualties were inevitable.Seth didn't care about Miranda, and while Nash knew she was no longer a useful hostage, he wouldn't spare her either.Seeing the unfavorable situation, Seth waved a white flag to negotiate with Nash. "Nash, you came here for peacekeeping, to find an antidote, and to locate Nina. You have no deep hatred for the Yaren tribe, and there's no unresolved enmity between us."I can help you meet your demands. I don't want to be your enemy."Seth's primary goal was to rule the Yaren tribe and become the master of this land. Opposing Nash without leverage made him the weaker party.Nash dismissed Seth's pleas. "I want Nina."The antidote? The war? Life and death? None of that mattered. He needed to see Nina safe in front of him. Everything else was secondary.Miranda's heart ached as she looked at Nash. She felt foolish, still caring for Nash
Nash pressed his lips together and made a gesture, signaling his soldiers to assist Micah and the unconscious Pharaoh. Micah was a key figure in the Yaren tribe, essential for its stability. If their actions could bring peace, it would be the best outcome.Nash then instructed James and Felix, "Search everywhere for Wilfred and Nina."Given the situation, with Wilfred having no phone and Nina potentially injured, and with Seth still on the run, there was a possibility Seth could reach Nina before Nash could. It was a scenario Nash didn't want to contemplate."Don't worry, Captain. We've already dispatched people. We won't let anything happen to Miss Nina," James and Felix assured him in unison.Micah saw the determination in Nash's eyes. They exchanged a look, but neither spoke further.Micah had noticed Nash's deep feelings for Nina, while Nash had sensed Micah and Wilfred's protectiveness over her. Nash had pieced together much of the story."Micah, we need you to take charge
"Did you really save me?" Nash's lips curled into a sneer before Miranda could finish her sentence.Standing before her, Nash's imposing tall frame loomed like a mountain, especially with the cold, dark glint in his eyes. In that moment, he exuded the aura of a high and mighty ruler, and Miranda found this version of Nash utterly unfamiliar.Even though Nash had always been distant and cold towards her, it had never felt like this. Nash knew enough about the past to see through her lies.It was no use lying anymore. Besides, Nash's indifference had only grown more apparent over time. She had given up."Does it really matter if it was me? Nash, your heart is all for Nina. But you know the obstacles between you two, don't you?" Miranda's smile widened.Nash said nothing, but the intensity in his eyes grew. As harsher punishments were inflicted on Miranda, Nash watched coldly. He did not need her to remind him of the differences between his and Nina's statuses.......Meanwhile,
If she could not survive, then that was her fate, and she would not burden anyone else.Wilfred noticed Nina's voice growing weaker. He shook her vigorously. "Nina, you need to stay awake. I know Seth used extreme methods on you, but please, you have to survive. With me here, I'm your best antidote. You'll be alright!"He shouted desperately, tears welling up in his eyes, but Nina had already closed her eyes, completely unresponsive."Damn it!" Wilfred cursed, his mind filled with images of Seth's face. He loathed Seth with every fiber of his being, wanting nothing more than to tear him apart. Seth had caused so much suffering, ruling the Yaren tribe for so long, even turning his own daughter into the Pharaoh's daughter, taking over her life.Seth still would not leave Nina alone. If it weren't for Seth experimenting on her and poisoning her, Nina would not be in this state.At that moment, Wilfred had only one thought which was to confront Seth and tear him to pieces. But right
Miranda still met her end, right in front of Nash.During those final moments, as the punishments inflicted upon her took their toll, she reflected on her long yet fleeting life. Given to Seth by her biological mother, she had endured a stint in the slave camp, suffering through brutal experiments. Even at the end, she never learned the identity of her real father. She died with a heart full of resentment.Her final words echoed in Nash's mind. "Nash, I was devoted to you for so long. You never looked at me because of Nina. Even in death, I curse you both. May you and Nina never find peace!"The punishments inflicted on Miranda were harsh but not intended to be fatal. No one expected her to die from anger and despair, coughing up blood.Nash remained unfazed by her words. He coldly ordered, "James, Seth likes his experiments, right? Find him and send Miranda's body back to him.""Captain, don't let Miranda's words get to you. She was just lashing out. If curses came true, we'd a
Seth craved power, and over the years, he realized more and more that Sally and he were not on the same path. Moreover, Miranda was just a love-struck fool, completely immersed in her infatuation. Initially, he intended to use Miranda one last time, but Nash and Micah ruined his plans. No, he hadn’t achieved his goals yet. He couldn’t die here, and he refused to spend the rest of his life on the run.Seth hung up on Sally and made a quick decision. If he couldn't make it in the Yaren tribe, he would seek out the allied forces.As he took a few steps forward, he noticed there were no footsteps behind him. Turning around, he saw Wes still standing there, staring blankly.Seeing Wes's dazed expression, Seth’s anger flared. "What are you standing there for? Do you have a death wish?"Seth could see Wes's feelings for Miranda with just one glance. A man aiming for greatness shouldn't be tied down by emotions. And right now, Wes was the only one left by his side.Head hung low, like