The Deadly Assassin Robin Novel

My lord ! Skylar gasped , his body collapsing in exhaustion as he stared helplessly at Lord Southmere .

My lord , this isnt how I wanted it to end ….

Rhetts smile was tinged with bitterness , Skylar , youve followed me for years , yet you understand the value of life .

Lifes short .

Death doesnt matter .

Its how you die that counts .

still dont Im a lord , and even death for me carries dignity .

You ? Youre just a servant , even in death .

You lack courage .

What happened to the fire you had when you went after your sisters killer ? What happened to the guts you showed when you took two bullets for me ? Youve forgotten it all .

If youve forgotten the hate you felt for the landowners son the one who tormented you and your family then youve already betrayed everything you stood for .

Rhett sighed deeply .

You were barely a man for ten years .

The rest of your life is nothing but animal Instinct .

My lord ! Lord Southmeres guards burst into the room .

Rhett raised a hand .

Mr.

Josington , tell them to leave at once .

Mr.

Josingtons eyes were wet with tears .

My lord , the men have followed you for so long .

They want to be with you in your last moments .

Rhetts sigh was heavy.

Listen , youre not holding guns for me .

You hold them because its your duty as soldiers .

This nation was bought with blood .

I wont let you ruin it .

Now , leave .

The guards stood in perfect formation , saluting once before marching out of the room , standing at attention outside the villa .

Robin stepped toward Lord Southmere .

Mr.

Josingtons hand went instinctively to his sidearm .

Robins eyes met Rhetts , a silent understanding passing between them .

Rhett gave a small nod .

General Ramsey , dont bother .

With wounds like mine , Im beyond help .

But at least take comfort in knowing Ive given you and the world what they deserve .

This is where it ends for me .

Robins face was unreadable .

Dont speak .

The more you say, the quicker youll die .

Mr.

Josington , Eithan , Kimberly , and the others glared at Robin in fury .

1/4 19:15 Mon , Dec 30 Eithan immediately blocked his path .

Stop ! If you lay linger on my grandfather , I swear Ill fight you to the death .

Robins hand halted in midair .

Do you want him to die faster ? Step aside .

Nigel took a step forward .

Eithan , dont be foolish ! General Ramsey is only trying to assess your grandfathers injuries .

Theres no one in all of Draconia with better medical skills .

Even Wilder learned from him .

Jayden moved closer and gently tapped Eithan on the shoulder .

Eithan , move aside .

Robin moved swiftly , pressing on several key points on Rhetts body to stop the blood pouring from his wounds .

Three bullets have pierced his heart .

Its shattered .

One major artery is severed .

Theres no saving him .

His body wont last more than two hours .

Rhett let out a soft laugh .

If I can finish this one last task , then Ill be at peace .

Kimberly shot a furious glare at Robin .

Werent you supposed to be some miracle doctor ? What a joke ! Why couldnt you save my grandfather ? Or Renee and the others ? Youre nothing but a fake ! Robin gave her a brief glance but said nothing .

He checked his watch , then turned toward Renec .

If Martin and the others didnt arrive with Southstar and Pythoncrown within the next ten minutes , n one , not even a god , could save Renee and Lorelei .

ΠΟ Jayden leaned in close to Robin , his voice barely audible .

General Ramsey , are you sure theres no hope for Rhett ? Robin looked at Marge and Renee , then nodded .

Jayden stood still for a moment , his face twisted in disbelief .

Then , shaking his head , he walked over to Lord Southmere and pointed at him , shouting .

Rhett , you old fool , you cant die , do you hear me ? Just a few days ago , you told me you uncovered a secret about that past incident , and you promised to tell me soon .

You still havent told me anything ! How can you just die like this ? Rhett raised his hand weakly .

Jayden , my old friend , weve fought and argued our whole lives .

But I know our bond has never changed .

I havent fully verified the secret .

I cant tell you yet .

It could cause chaos .

If I cant figure it out , then let me take it with me when go .

2/4 19:15 Mon , Dec 30 I have spent my life following Dragon Lord , fighting many enemies over my lifetime , earning glory along the way .

My later years have been failures .

But at least today , I can put it all to rest .

Thats something He waved toward his closest friends .

Weve fought and bickered for our whole lives .

Today , lets put an end to it .

What Im proud of is that Ive lived honestly , never forgetting who I am .

Brothers , if theres another life and fate allows it , lets follow Dragon Lord again and cause some chaos ! On the eastern edge of Brighton , the road leading to the Fioris villa was a flurry of activity .

Forty military vehicles raced toward the villa , each carrying soldiers from Draconias most formidable force , the Golden Dragon Guard .

elite and Inside the second vehicle of the convoy , Levi and Jack sat , their faces tense but composed .

Jack quickly skimmed the message from Flint before speaking .

General Monroe , two minutes ago , Lord Southmere was shot three times two bullets hit his heart , and one severed a major artery .

Hes in critical condition .

Levis eyes widened at the news , though he quickly regained his composure .

Jack went on , After killing Kieran , Rhett shot himself twice , trying to leave Skylar some explanation .

The third shot came from Skylar himself .

The Dragon Guards have taken the entire Fioris family into custody .

Levi sighed deeply .

Rhett , always the same .

After a brief pause , he issued orders .

This situation could change at any moment .

I want the Golden Dragon Guard to reach the villas perimeter immediately and secure it .

We also need to keep an eye on the movements of the Seven Great Royal Houses .

If things go south , well put the emergency plan into action .

Upon receiving the Golden Dragon Order , Misael of the Golden Dragon Guard gave swift commands .

His 300 soldiers , already stationed at the villas perimeter , moved to control all entry points .

With Lord Southmeres guard still inside , the guards from the other six great royal houses were ordered to retreat nearly half a mile away awaiting further orders , Levi and Jack had just reached the villas outer perimeter when Martin , Wilder, Shirley , Daphne , and Rita arrived .

Jack quickly moved toward Martin , his voice urgent .

Old Mr.

Wright , did you bring the items ? Mon , Dec After I got the message , I had Ms.

West and Ms.

Dunn retrieve Southstar and Pythoncrown .

I also invited Mr.

Lennon to join us .

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