Ashton's words struck me as oddly familiar. They echoed what Alex had said earlier, which was supposedly a message from our mysterious boss.

But no… Ashton couldn't possibly be the boss.

"Cocky, huh?" the bald man scoffed. "Let's see how tough you really are." He cracked his neck and barked, "Destroy the place!"

The group behind him sprang into action, smashing everything in sight.

Ashton remained still, his composure unshaken. I ...