[To fight fire with fire. As always, your methods are bizarre. But this time, I'll defeat you.] The letter ended with the signature of a name—Keaton Massey.
Keaton Massey, who went by the alias Mr. Fitzpatrick.
A familiar yet roguish face suddenly appeared before Elliot's eyes as he read the note.
Elliot stared at the familiar handwriting on the note, along with the name of this familiar person, his thoughts drifting back to long-buried memories…
Back then, he and Keaton were both star figures in the military, serving in different war zones.
During a joint exercise, Keaton challenged Elliot, claiming he did not believe Elliot deserved the title of Best Trooper in the military, so he issued a challenge.
Elliot gladly accepted, and the two competed in various aspects, such as skills, knowledge, and teamwork.
Unfortunately for Keaton, Elliot emerged victorious in the end, winning by the skin of his teeth.
Keaton was always boastful and arrogant, considering himself outstanding.
Of course, he refused to admit defeat and continued to challenge Elliot.
Through these repeated confrontations, the two gradually became acquainted and eventually fought side by side, becoming comrades and a legendary duo.
However…
The horrifying fire in Haywyong left a lasting nightmare for those affected.
Rebels from foreign lands wreaked havoc among civilians, unleashing a torrent of bloodshed and chaos.
Elliot and Keaton went to battle, but shortly afterward, Elliot heard the dreadful news—Keaton was caught in the blaze.
Elliot rushed to the front lines, but all he found was ashes and raging flames.
He took a deep breath and asked the nearby officer, "Where are Logan and Lance? Haven't they reported back yet? Tell them to come see me."
The open space was filled with unconscious, injured people, some needing immediate attention.
They had been thoroughly searched, clearly the work of Miguel's men.
Miguel hurried over to claim credit upon seeing Elliot, his expression earnest.
"Mr. Jenkins, my men and I did our best. Reuben's people were cunning. They left no useful information behind. Even after digging deep into their hideout, this is all we've got. They fled as soon as they found out about his death."
Lance also came over to report on the search results, saying, "Mr. Jenkins, all the people hiding on the mountain have been found, a total of 130. They've been sent back to the bureau and detained.
"Additionally, we found five undercover high-level assassins. They were injured during their escape but are not in any life-threatening condition."
Elliot nodded. "Good work. I'll leave this matter to you. Go back and continue the investigation. Also, focus on searching for the escapees in the list. Where's Logan?"
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