Chapter 881

Jim turned to the masked man and asked, "So, what are your thoughts?" Even after Mike briefed Jim on Helen's background, Jim was wise enough not to disregard the arena's rules simply because of her status. Although Jim appeared to seek clarification, he secretly hoped the masked man would agree. Helen's bold challenge to Mike had left Jim wary of defying her. He feared that refusing her could disrupt not just the arena but also the entire black market. The fox mask covered only the upper half of the masked man's face. Under the scrutiny of everyone present, he smiled faintly before stating, "Let's go with their request. I have no issue fighting against two. The outcome will be the same—either one of them dies, or both." His provocative statement stirred the audience. They began banging tables and stomping chairs, nearly unanimous in their support for the masked man. Meanwhile, Helen paid no attention to the uproar around her. She turned to assist Chandler, discreetly checking hi