Chapter 225: Let the Deathmatch begin.

Rising to his full height, Sato's piercing gaze swept across the sea of onlookers, their faces still etched with terror from the recent events. His keen eyes quickly assessed the situation, honing in on the weapon responsible for the assassination attempt.

<<That was an A45 sniper rifle. It appears to have been in the hands of the enemy.>>

Sato let out a weary sigh, his thoughts filled with a mix of frustration and determination. 'Of course it is,' he mused, recognizing the gravity of the situation. 'Find out how they obtained such a weapon. It must be an inside job.'

<<Affirmative, I will investigate immediately.>>

Upon receiving Aril's acknowledgment, Sato's gaze shifted to the building where Ignis and Simlo stood, their faces frozen in shock and disbelief. Their failed attempt to eliminate him with the sniper shot had not gone unnoticed.