CHAPTER 62 The showdown

  Ricard stepped out of the car, his cold eyes sweeping over the gang members approaching. They stood in a long line, their expressions menacing and hostile. Ricard knew he was facing a dangerous situation, but he had no other choice. This wasn't the first time he had confronted people like this, and he was ready for whatever might come.

  Emma sat in the car, her heart pounding. She couldn't just sit there without knowing what was happening outside. Without hesitation, she lowered the car window just a bit, enough to eavesdrop on the situation. The sounds from outside became clearer, and she heard the gang members' taunting and challenging words.

  "You've got a tough life, Ricard Anderson," one of the gang members sneered, his sinister laughter echoing in the night. "We thought you'd blow up in that car, but it looks like you survived."