Chapter 139

Steven advanced toward Bryce, causing Bryce to stumble backward in fear. "Don't come any closer!" Bryce shouted, tossing away his knife and pulling out a handgun from his waistband, aiming it at Steven. "I'll shoot you if you take another step," Bryce threatened. "Steven! Be careful!" "Steven, he's got a gun, get out of the way!" The Serranos yelled anxiously. To them, nothing could match the threat of a firearm, no matter how skilled in martial arts. Steven smirked, undeterred, and continued his approach toward Bryce. "You fucking asked for it!" Out of desperation, Bryce pulled the trigger. The echo of the gunshot frightened Yara and her family. In the next instant, Bryce screamed in agony as Steven crushed his wrist, causing the handgun to fall to the ground. "I have David Wells' protection. You'll regret it if you harm me!" Bryce tried to intimidate Steven. "It's great if you're just another one of David's lackeys. I'll send you to keep him company!" Steven said. He the