Chapter 312: Identity
They were like real-life superheroes of justice, defending the weak and standing up for those in need.
Reign wouldn't be surprised if they had their own action figures.
After the team of hunters was gone, he turned to Agatha, who had heard everything.
He crossed his arms before giving her a wide smile.
"Do you still need to verify my identity?" His tone dripped with sarcasm.
Agatha took a deep breath, trying to keep her composure. It was clear from the exchange that his knowledge and demeanor suggested he was indeed from the Razer family.
"No, Mr. Rain," she said, her voice steady despite the previous tension. "I believe we can consider your identity verified."
"I'll take my leave then," he answered quickly and called for Lucas and Wick, who were waiting for his signal.
But before they could reach him, Agatha stepped forward, her eyes signaling that she wanted to continue the conversation.
She looked determined and hopeful, clearly intent on discussing something important with him.
"Mr. Rain, please allow me to apologize again on behalf of the military," she said, bowing deeply to show her sincerity. "We were wrong to suspect someone like you, who risked your life to come here and help us."
Reign stayed quiet, watching her closely. He was curious to hear what she would say next.
Noticing no reaction, she decided to do her best to make her point clear. She took a deep breath and spoke with more urgency.
She might not be able to convince him today, but she knew there was still a chance.
"I know saying sorry can't change what happened," she said, "but I hope it can be the beginning of fixing things. We really need your help, and I want you to know how much we appreciate talented people like you"
He didn't respond right away, his gaze drifting.
'It would be bad if I just reject them; I really don't want the military on my tail,' he sighed inwardly, hiding his frustration behind a calm exterior.
Reign knew how politics often worked: if he showed he wasn't willing to help no matter what, they would see him as a liability.
That wouldn't be good for him, especially since he still had a lot of plans to carry out in the city before he was done with it.
"Alright, you can call Lucas if you need anything from me," he said, then turned away without saying another word.
"Thank you for giving us a chance," she replied, offering a respectful nod behind his back.
As Lucas passed her, she made sure to get his number.
At the same time, she handed him an ID that would help them bypass most of the security checks at the station. This was her way of showing goodwill, hoping it would encourage Reign to side with them.
Thanks to the ID she provided, the trio was able to pass through the guards without any issues alongside the others.
After walking far enough away, Lucas couldn't hold back his curiosity.
"So you're really from the Razer family?" he asked, still grappling with the revelation. He had thought Reign was just bluffing, but all that talk says otherwise.
"Are you deaf?" Reign sighed, glancing back at Lucas with a disappointed look "I kept repeating it since back in the fort"
Lucas's eyes widened, and he looked a bit embarrassed. "Oh, right," he said, rubbing the back of his neck.
"I guess I wasn't paying enough attention. I didn't think you were serious." He shook his head, trying to wrap his mind around the new information.
"So," Lucas began hesitantly, "what's the real deal with the Razer family? I've heard some things, but…" He trailed off, waiting for Reign to fill in the gaps.
Reign stopped and turned toward Lucas, "I can tell you," he said with a chuckle, his lips curling into a sadistic grin, "but I'd have to kill you afterward because you'd know too much."
Lucas's face went pale, and he took a step back, his eyes widening in shock. "You're joking, right?" he asked, his voice trembling slightly.
The playful tone in Reign's voice did little to reassure him. He glanced at the others, hoping for some sign that this was just a bad joke. But everyone just refused to make eye contact with him.
In the end, he decided it was best to stop asking so many questions.
He led Reign and Wick to the customs office, where they checked their names and identities. The process went smoothly, and soon everyone began to go their separate ways.
As the group dispersed, only Lucas, Reign, and Wick remained .
Everyone avoided Reign like he was the plague, wary of his impulsive behavior.
Now that they were safe and had no more immediate use for him, they began cursing him silently in their minds, their irritation simmering beneath the surface.
If Reign could read their thoughts, he would have felt a certain satisfaction in seeing them being true to themselves—greedy individuals who only cared about others when they saw a personal benefit.
He didn't really dislike that way of thinking; in fact, he shared the same ideology.
The only difference was that he never pretended to be righteous or acted as though he was morally superior. He was honest about his motives, embracing his own evil nature.
"Mr. Rain," a female voice called out from behind. He turned to find Seki and Nobu walking toward him.
"What is it?" he asked, his voice calmer now.
Seki took a step closer, her cheeks flushing slightly. "I'm just wondering if we could exchange numbers,"
'Oh, does she need something from me? 'he silently questioned her motives.
He found it hard to believe that she would approach him without some agenda, especially after seeing his rough attitude towards women.
Clearly, her need for his assistance outweighed any reservations she might have had about his personality.
He studied her for a moment, noting the earnestness in her tone.
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"Alright, we can exchange numbers," he said, pulling out his phone. They exchanged contact information.
"Thanks," she said, her voice filled with gratitude. "I hope we can work together in the future."
'I knew it,' he chuckled inwardly, proving his guessed.
"As long as you have something worth my time, you can call me." His tone was neutral, revealing neither excitement nor reluctance.
Nobu also gave a firm nod. "We appreciate your willingness to help. We'll be in touch if we needed something ,"
"No problem, " Reign responded causally.
"Thank you again," Seki said, bowing her head one last time before turning away.
After the duo bid their farewells, Reign's group climbed up from the station.
What greeted them was the sight of the military base.
Inside, people looked stressed and tired as they carried on with their tasks. Their faces showed the constant pressure and fatigue, and their hurried movements made it clear they were worn out.