Chapter 1172: Duty over family
"Building B, we’re in," a man reported, signaling his team to search the building. Each team formed small groups of three, dispersing so one group could check the floors while the rest went up to the next level.
They were aware that Penny hadn’t been seen. Only Atlas, Benjamin, and now Hugo were safely accounted for. There was still no sign of Penny, Zoren, Mark, Slater, or Mint. This put a lot of pressure on everyone, especially after seeing the scene.
"Third floor clear," came through the comms. "Second floor, clear."
On each floor, a few enemies were hiding, all of whom were quickly apprehended. There were also hostages inside, but unlike the syndicate members who were willing participants, their team was more lenient with the hostages.
"Fourth floor — clear."
"Fifth — clear."
"Heading to the rooftop now," said the last team as they made their way to the steep stairs. But just as they reached the stair landing, they quickly raised their weapons upon seeing someone seated on one of the steps.
Mint raised an eyebrow and glanced down at them. "Put those down. It’s just me. How’s my cousin?"
The men studied Mint for a moment before slowly lowering their weapons. This was the first time they had met Mint, but thanks to Butler Lee, they recognized her face. She was Benjamin’s cousin.
"He’s already with us," one of them said. "Miss Mint, you can come with us."
"Can’t," Mint shook her head, sighing in relief at the news of her cousin’s safety. "There are people on the rooftop — men and women. All of them are unwilling members of this syndicate. I’m keeping them there."
"Miss Mint, we can gather them once your colleagues arrive."