The Man’s Decree – Chapter 5803

Jared shook his head, calm but immovable. "All of you go first."

Paxton and Clara froze mid-stride, startled by the quiet finality in his tone.

"Gavin and Yvette are still out there," Jared said, eyes flaring with flint-hard resolve. "They didn't come back on time, so trouble should've found them, and I will not abandon them."

Clara's breath caught. "But the patrols are everywhere now. Alone, you'll be a beacon to them, please reconsider!"

Paxton added, voice low but insistent, "Those two youngsters are sharp. They might simply be hiding. If you walk into the open and..."