Chapter 169: Underbelly of the City

Ethan prowled the streets of the city, his steps echoing against the pavement as he delved deeper into the underworld. The last time he’d needed the help of the underworld, he had risked getting caught in a scandal, and to think that he did not gain anything from them. In the end, Amelia had found a way out of the city, and he had to pay an outrageous sum of money for a deal that wasn’t properly carried out. Not this time around. He would make sure to get his money’s worth. Anger simmered within him, a burning ember fueled by betrayal and resentment. His fists clenched at his sides, his jaw set in a grim line as he navigated alleyways and shadowy corners. The city pulsed with life around him, its heartbeat a cacophony of sound and motion. Neon signs flickered overhead, casting an eerie glow over the streets below. The scent of garbage and stale alcohol hung heavy in the air, mingling with the distant hum of traffic. As Ethan moved through the throngs of people, he felt