Chapter 606 - 614 Confluence
Is it strange that we want a person dead just because we’re afraid of them?
No, it’s not strange at all. If you’re afraid of someone, you have to take them out. That’s not weird in the slightest.
As Yang Yi and Jethro talked on their way, Yang Yi gained a comprehensive understanding of Big Ivan; Big Ivan evolved from a mere name, a concept, into a living person.
Once they got back to their base, the first thing Jethro did was announce a reward.
Protecting the employer is the bodyguard’s duty—it’s only natural for them to handle certain tasks, and it’s not typical for a bodyguard to be rewarded just for doing something. But this time was different; if Trident hadn’t protected Jethro under extremely unfavorable conditions, Jethro would have been in big trouble.
If Jethro knew how to be a good boss, it would only make sense for him to show his appreciation, and that’s exactly what he did.
"You did a great job tonight. Seeing Ferdinand turn green with envy really made me happy. I owe you a drink, but given our situation, we can’t go out and have a proper drink, so..."
Jethro pulled out two stacks of cash and placed them in front of Yang Yi, smiling, "Here’s twenty thousand US dollars. It’s for drinks when we have the time."
Yang Yi took the money, saying, "Thank you."
Jethro spoke gravely, "The situation we’re in now is different. If Ferdinand decides to do something stupid, we’ll be in much greater danger than before. So, from now on, you need to be more vigilant. I’m entrusting everyone with our security."
Yang Yi nodded, "I understand. From now on, it’ll be double shifts. But if things get especially dangerous..."