Chapter 280

Daniel nodded, then took note of Edward's cheek, which was still red from the slaps. With a grin, he patted Edward on the shoulder. "You've got it rough, huh? It's tough to make a living nowadays, isn't it?" Then, he turned his attention to Zidane, his face still full of smiles. Zidane never expected Daniel to actually show up. His face visibly tensed for a brief moment before he quickly snapped at his men. "Didn't you see Mr. Ashcroft arrive? What the hell are you all doing? Lower your weapons!" Though reluctant, Zidane's men begrudgingly holstered their firearms. While seething, Zidane forced a smile. "Mr. Ashcroft, there's been a misunderstanding! This fool was trying to scam me, so I just gave him a little scare. But, of course, a debt must be repaid—it's only right!" Regardless, he didn't dare delay and quickly signed a check before sticking it in Edward's pocket. "There you go—it's paid in full. Hold onto it tightly, Mr. Grylls. You wouldn't want to lose that check!" "T