The Deadly Assassin Robin Novel

Lord Southmere stood nearby , his presence overpowering .

Though his age showed in his lined face , he was no less terrifying like a predator ready to pounce His cold gaze secuned to strip away any pretense of courage she might have had .

Collapsing to her knees , Rhea cried out , her voice breaking .

Please , my lord ! Have mercy ! Ill do anything ! But Rhett remained impassive , his face unreadable , his eyes fixed on a distant point in the room.

He neither acknowledged her words nor showed any sign of forgiveness .

Skylar , standing silently at the edge of the scene , shifted uneasily .

A shadow of concern passed over his face , though he quickly masked it .

After a brief hesitation , he signaled to one of the Fioris guards .

The guard , as if anticipating this , slipped out of the room without making a sound .

In her desperation , Rhea scrambled to speak , her words tumbling out in a frantic rush .

It wasnt my idea ! Len and Kieran they forced me into it ! They wanted Brenda and Joanna ! I only helped a little , I swear ! I didnt do anything else ! Rhett finally stirred , raising one hand in a sharp motion .

Show her , he commanded , his tone cold and final .

At once , Mr.

Josington moved to a nearby console .

The screen on the wall came to life , playing a series of recordings .

The room watched in silence as the footage displayed Rheas actions .

Every scene exposed her inescapable guilt her goading of Kieran and Len , her meticulous involvement in their sinister plans , and her callous exploitation of Brenda for humiliating photographs .

The tension in the room grew palpable .

Each face reflected anger and disgust as the evidence stacked up A few clenched their fists , their restraint visibly thinning .

When the screen went dark , Rhetts voice broke the heavy silence .

You came from nothing , didnt you ? Rhea blinked , startled by the sudden question .

You were fortunate , Rhett continued , his tone sharp .

Someone gave you a chance .

They saw promise in and helped you rise above your circumstances .

He stepped closer , his gaze piercing .

You should have seized that opportunity .

You should have worked hard , studied , and shown gratitude for the kindness you were given .

But instead , his voice darkened , you spat on their generosity .

You became something vile a parasite , feeding on others and showing nothing in return .

Rhetts voice grew colder with each word .

Even that could have been overlooked .

But you chose to harm .

You preyed on others , and for what ? Your heart is as black as coal .

He straightened , his presence looming over the room .

Ive never believed that someone so twisted can change .

People like you people who repay kindness with betrayal dont deserve a place in this world .

2/4 19:14 Mon , Dec 30 Killing you with a gun would be too kind .

He turned to Josington .

Bring me my sword .

Ill take care of this fills myself .

Rhea froze in place , paralyzed by fear , She knew pleading with Lord Southmere was a wasted effort .

She crawled toward Robin , her voice desperate and shaking .

Robin , please , we were classmates .

Dont do this .

I swear Ill never make the same mistake again ! Tears streamed down her face as she continued , her voice barely a whisper .

Youve seen what they did to me .

Surely , your anger has faded .

Please , let me go .

Robin gestured to Joannas lifeless body .

If you can bring her back to life , Ill consider sparing you .

Can you do that ? Rheas eyes widened , disbelief flooding her face .

Shes dead ! How am I supposed to bring her back ?! Then theres nothing left to talk about , Robin said coldly .

With one swift motion , he kicked Rhea aside .

Youve earned your fate , you vile woman .

Mr.

Josington stepped forward , drawing Lord Southmeres battle sword and holding it out in front of him .

Without a second thought , Rhett took the sword and swung it , cutting through Rheas body with one clean strike .

The room fell into a chilling silence .

The only sound was the drip of blood hitting the floor .

Burt , Kieran , and Len were frozen , trembling , unable to look away .

Skylar stood still , his mind racing .

He had followed Lord Southmere for years , and in all that time , he had never seen him waver .

Rhett had promised to repay a debt , but something about this felt wrong .

After the deed was done , Rhett walked slowly back to his seat , the bloodied sword still in his hand .

As he passed Skylar , he glanced at him and casually asked , Skylar , how does my strike compare to the one I made years ago ? Skylar hesitated , his words caught in his throat .

My lord .

I … Before he could finish , Rhett gave a bitter smile .

Im getting old .

But his face soon darkened , and his voice turned cold .

Ive never forgotten the purpose of this sword .

Its meant for those who are wicked , those who are heartless , those who forget where they came from .

He tossed the sword back to Mr.

Josington .

Rhett then turned his attention to Kieran , still lying motionless on the floor .

Kieran , seeing you like this breaks my heart .

His eyes softened as he remembered the past .

When you were born , I felt such wonder .

Another new life In the family .

His voice hardened with regret .

But now look at you .

Your actions have led to this .

And your father has a 3/4 19:14 Mon , Dec Ch02 Deserve Death hand in this , too .

I can barely bring myself to call you my grandson .

He moved closer , his gaze uiwavering .

The family owes an answer for whats happened today .

+ B Pearls Khens voice filled with regret .

When I had nothing , when I was starving , Dragon Lord gave me food , gave me a chance , and gave me everything I have now .

He continued , his voice tight with anger .

All my honor all the glory of the Shaw family , everything we have today its all thanks to Dragon Lord .

He looked down at Kieran with a hardened expression .

And now , because of your actions , Dragon Lords granddaughter , Renee , is dead .

You must pay for that .

His gaze turned even colder .

Your father will be locked away for life .

He shook his head , almost in disbelief .

But even that wont repay Dragon Lords kindness to the Shaw family Rhett turned to Mr.

Josington .

Give me the gun .

Ill handle this myself .

I must make amends to Dragon Lord 296