Chapter 284. I Won’t Let You Touch Her

James didn’t waste words. In a split second, he struck Uesugi’s hand, knocking the gun away while raising his own weapon in return.

“I won’t let you touch her.”

His voice was cold, each word carrying an unmistakable warning. “If you dare harm her, don’t expect me to hold back.”

Their gazes locked, both filled with lethal intent. Each of them could end the other in a heartbeat.

But they wouldn’t.

They had the same master. They weren’t meant to kill each other.

James was the one breaking the rules.

“James, have you forgotten our master’s orders? Are you really choosing to protect the target?”

Uesugi withdrew his gun, and after a moment, James did the same.

“Don’t ask so many questions.”

James’ voice was emotionless.

Uesugi smirked. “Let me guess—you seduced the target, didn’t you? I heard she’s rich and beautiful. Are you trying to be her kept man?”

Seeing James remain silent, Uesugi sneered further. “Did you slee