章 230: Traitor(2)

"Marcus… I'm sorry."

His thoughts were interrupted when he heard Austin talk to him, feeling a tap on his shoulder as he comforted him.

"This unfortunate incident led us to questioning each other. You were just concerned and you trusted my judgment when I thought I was right. I—"

"Austin, there's nothing to apologize for," Marcus interrupted, giving him a small smile. "No matter what, I will still join you guys and see this through even though he no longer trusts me."

With that, he started walking, following the couple in an acceptable distance so as to not provoke Atlas further. Austin then followed them with a sigh, walking alongside Marcus as they continued onward.

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"'The traitor is acting quickly; think now and reflect. A jealous heart is dangerous and not one to be trampled with.' That's the statement that kept repeating as we struggled! What else could it be?"