The captain was desperate to survive, so he nervously asked Charlie, “Brother, if I follow your instructions, will you spare my life?”


    Charlie nodded and reassured him, “As long as you cooperate fully, I can promise you won’t die. I can even help you establish a new identity so you can start fresh.”


    Upon hearing this, the captain expressed his gratitude, saying, “Brother, your words mean everything! I will do as you say!”


    Pleased with the captain’s response, Charlie instructed, “Great! Now, just ry the information exactly as I tell you.”


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    Listening intently, the captain nodded and immediately retrieved his satellite phone, extended the long antenna, and dialed Lord Banks.


    At that moment, Lord Banks was at his residence in Eastcliff, anxiously awaiting updates.


    As soon as the call connected, Lord Banks demanded, “What’s the situation?”


    Worried about unexpected developments after Xion had been subdued by Charlie, the captain replied ording to Charlie’s instructions, “Master, Miss Xion was struck in the heart by Mr. Johnson’s crossbow bolt, and she is now dead…”


    “Are you certain Xion is dead?” Lord Banks pressed.


    The captain quickly affirmed, “Yes! We all witnessed it. Miss Banks was hit by the crossbow, and she died within seconds.”


    “What about her body? Is it still in that man’s possession?” Lord Banks inquired urgently.


    The captain replied, “That man disposed of the body in the sea. We were concerned he might pursue us, so we left immediately…”


    “You left?!” Lord Banks exploded with rage. “How dare you evacuate before recovering Xion’s body? Who gave you the orders to retreat? The Japanese are still waiting! How am I supposed to exin this to them?!”


    The captain, feeling embarrassed, stammered, “Master, that man is far too powerful. We had no chance against him. If we hadn’t fled right away, he would have killed us all…”


    Seething with anger, Lord Banks snarled, “I don’t care about your excuses! You need to return immediately! Even if you have to dive to the ocean floor, retrieve Xion’s body! If the Japanese don’t get her body, I will hold you responsible!”


    Desperately, the captain argued, “Master, if Miss Banks is dead, why would the Japanese want her body?”


    Lord Banks bellowed, “I’ve made arrangements with the Japanese Metropolitan Police Department! What I did tonight wasn’t about helping Xion escape; it was for appearances! Whether Xion is alive or dead, the Japanese need her body to provide an exnation to their citizens!”


    He added fiercely, “You must find Xion’s body and then deliver it to the designated location for the Japanese! If you fail to fulfill my orders, I will make you pay!”


    Listening to this, Xion felt as if she had been struck by lightning. Her face turned ashen, and tears streamed down her cheeks. She could hardly believe that her own grandfather would be willing to sacrifice her!


    If it weren’t for the man standing in front of her, she might have already fallen victim to the poisoned crossbow bolt!