Chapter 430

Now, Aiden faced a critical decision. He could either divert the pursuers, ensuring they wouldn’t catch up to Old Garcia and the others, or stay behind to rescue Adam. After a moment of contemplation, Aiden chose to trust his team. Calming his nerves, he focused intently on the two figures not far away. They were heavily armed, their weapons at the ready. Though they appeared relaxed, their vigilance was razor-sharp, leaving no room for error. Were they well-trained soldiers? Or perhaps mercenaries? The real challenge wasn’t just subduing them—it was doing so without alerting others. Aiden glanced at the sky. The sun blazed overhead. While the Northwest Military Region was typically cold, this particular forest was unusually humid and stifling. The sparse trees allowed the sunlight to filter through, casting sharp beams onto the ground. Silently, Aiden retrieved a small mirror from his pocket. He angled it carefully, catching the sunlight and redirecting it. "Ah—!" One of the men let o