Chapter 190. Threatening

Winston grabbed Hubert’s hand and gave it two shakes, demanding his attention. The gesture did make Hubert shift his focus. He glanced at Winston, then back at the ringleader, and finally toward the heart of S city. He spoke deliberately:

"Let’s put today’s matter aside for now. But don’t assume that anyone who seeks to hunt the zombie king will be safe."

Hubert withdrew his Superpower energy, his fists clenched as though prepared to decapitate anyone at a moment’s notice. The ringleader, noticing Hubert’s newfound composure, let out a sigh of relief, yet dared to probe further:

"Why do you protect the zombie king? His existence threatens the lives of all humanity."

"Indeed…"

Hubert merely nodded in agreement, signaling his understanding that Raymond’s existence was a peril to humankind. Yet, he voiced no further thoughts. More than anyone else, he understood the peril that Raymond’s very being brought about, the specter of