Chapter 138 Let's Go Home

Edmond's face was a mix of relief and concern. The abrupt gunshots had scared the wits out of him. He had first tried to call Jaxson, then Elinor, but when neither answered, panic drove him to seek them out. Seeing them now, sharing a meal, was a comforting sight amidst the chaos. "You two nearly gave everyone a heart attack!" Edmond began, agitation clear in his voice. "When I heard those gunshots, I nearly leaped out of the building just to see if you two were alright. Are you sure you’re okay?" Despite Edmond’s evident fright, Jaxson's voice was soothing. "We're fine. There's no need to worry too much." For Jaxson, such incidents were not new. He had survived his share of perilous encounters. However, for Elinor, it was an entirely new experience, the shock palpable on her face, but it was understandable. Anyone in her shoes would be petrified. "Look, don’t be too distressed," Edmond said with an attempt at levity. "It’s rare, but every now and then, some knuckleheads decide