Chapter 276 Anthony’s Story
"Is it also the case with your sister?" Fein smirked.
"This..." Anthony didn't expect Fein would use his sister against him. "My sister is an angel!"
'Hypocrite...' The corner of Fein's mouth twitched.
"Do you have something against women?" Kiba chuckled.
"No... Not at all." Anthony denied.
Speaking of which. He suddenly remembered his ex-girlfriend in the past who was the source of his change. It started when they met at the park... He was still innocent back then, but it suddenly change when he met her. They started to become friends. The woman has a heavenly figure, an icy temperament, and a mysterious background.
Anthony fell in love with her beauty as human tends to love beautiful and symmetrical things. But he would come to regret it. As for why... He doesn't want to think about it anymore because he had already got his revenge. That woman was also the reason why he became who he was now. He became skeptical of people, but it was also for this reason he discovered his talent when planning things.
Now, that woman was already cold after Anthony crafted a scheme against her. After all, she literally destroyed her life. Yet, before she died, she gave him a massive headache. The people supporting her behind her were now hunting him and he could only hide in the Ranger's Eye. Though he doesn't know if the pursuers had already given up because they stopped searching for him.
Thinking of that horrible organization... Anthony felt cold. He didn't expect that the woman would have such a terrible background. He really disturbs a hornet's nest that time!
'He definitely encounters some misfortune in the past.' Seeing Anthony's eyes deepened, Fein, who was proficient in reading people, instantly knew why Anthony has such a biased view towards women.
Smart people tend to become extremists when they believe in something. Yet, Anthony didn't go that way, probably because of his sister.
'Is the revenge plot finally coming?' Fein sighed. After all, if Anthony really had a problem, he didn't mind helping. Because in their team, they are all one family and in the same camp. He was ready to go to lengths to help his friends, even if Anthony was a bastard.
And he doesn't want to lose such a capable future commander for his future organization. After all, Anthony is the only one who managed to have a draw with him in the game of chess. He even managed to narrowly win by creating an intricate strategy. So, Fein really valued Anthony's talent in terms of strategies.
You have to know that Fein had a system that enhanced his intuition, analytical, reasoning, and observation skill. What does that mean? Anthony was one of the smartest people in this world! A cream of the crop in terms of IQ!
"Hey dude, you can tell us about your private issues. We are your friends, after all." Fein gave Anthony a meaningful gaze.
Michael's eyes widened. Although he wasn't as smart as the two. He could still feel that read between the lines. He looked at Anthony and nodded.
Seeing his two friends' willingness to help him, even though they didn't know his issue. Anthony couldn't help but felt fortunate that he had them on his side. But still don't want to say it. He wants to take care of this problem and not implicate them. He knew that there was no amount of strategy that would work against his opponent this time.
'Should I tell them?' Anthony began to consider. But he really doesn't want to implicate them. Although he doesn't still fully trust them, that doesn't mean that he doesn't care about them. He knew that it was only a matter of time before they could get his trust. His nature and personality prevented him from trusting them now.
He can't change that, can he? It's not their fault, it's he who has a problem. And he doesn't want to change either because of who he really was. He knew that it was the side effect of his intelligence that made him like this. There are really two sides to the same coin.
Thinking of Fein's horrible strength and talent, his heart couldn't help but waver. Then he glanced at Michael and the big three. If he had their help, the success of taking down that organization plus and with his strategies, the chances would increase significantly!
With Fein's talent, he only needed to wait for a few years and wait for him to become stronger. At least he had to wait for Fein to ascend to the peak of S rank and Michael to S rank. And if the Big Three also ascended and is willing to help. That would be the best-case scenario.
'It seems if I want them to help me, I also have to give them a certain amount of trust.' When he thought of this. Anthony decided to tell them. 𝐟𝓇𝘦𝒆we𝒃𝘯𝒐νe𝒍.co𝓂
"Well, I really have a big problem. There was a group of people that was chasing me." Anthony disclosed with a neutral expression.
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"What!? Why did you just tell us now?" Michael became furious. He had already known Anthony for a long time, so it was inevitable that he would be angry. "Do you still not trust us, even after this year?"
"Don't get me wrong. I trust y'all, but not completely." Anthony said. In some things, it's better to be honest. "But the real reason why I didn't tell you is that I don't want my team to be in danger."
"Sigh, if you just trust us a little more." Michael couldn't help but complain. "Since you decided to tell us now, that means you trust us now right?"
"Still not completely," Anthony said straightforwardly.
Kiba leaned on Azazel's ear and whispered. "This guy is completely nuts."
The latter didn't disagree this time. For him, this guy named Anthony was more than a scumbag for not trusting his companions.
"Give up. At least he has a conscience and still thinks of our safety." Seeing the frown on Michael's face, Fein decided to point out Anthony's concern.
"Well, tell us more about your story." Michael knew that there was no point arguing with Anthony now.
After all, everyone has their personal issue, and it's their right if they want to keep them a secret.