Chapter 137

Everyone around seemed stunned, unsure of what was happening. They wondered why Maximus unexpectedly called out a random spectator to step into the ring. Moreover, his expression was serious. Icarus glanced at Maximus, then at the two men behind him. He asked Molly, "Who are those guys behind Maximus?" "That's Ryan Lawson and Slicktop. They're the heads of the other two major underground forces in Hindale," Molly replied. Icarus was surprised to hear Ryan's name. Even though he had faced off against Ryan's men twice before, this was his first time seeing the guy in person. "Ryan's appearance and Maximus coming straight to me..." Ryan mumbled, frowning as he shot a quick look at Molly. Molly sensed Icarus's suspicion and quickly said, "Mr. Frye, I swear I had no idea we'd run into Ryan and Slicktop here..." "Hey, I told you to get up here!" Maximus barked from the stage, his eyes fixed on Icarus with a fierce glare. The spectators finally snapped out of their daze. As they