Chapter 172
Chapter 172:
Their target was now the cave itself.
To ensure Liam’s sincerity and prevent any deceit, several assassins forcefully pushed him to the front of the group, making him lead the way into the cave.
Ashton, observing from within the cave, watched as Liam and the group drew closer and entered.
Realizing that concealment was no longer an option, he decided to take decisive action.
Ashton moved his hand, triggering the toxic powder trap at the cave entrance, releasing its contents onto Liam and the assassins.
Caught off guard, they were immediately affected by the sudden trap.
The toxic powder, meticulously prepared by Ashton, had a potent effect.
Upon contact, the individuals experienced immediate discomfort.
Ashton continued his assault, gripping a large, hard rock and smashing it into the first assassin who attempted to enter the cave.
He did not hold back, shattering the rock into multiple fragments.
Seeing the attacker incapacitated, Ashton kicked him out of the cave.
The remaining assassins, stunned by the turn of events, quickly drew their guns and fired into the cave.
However, the cave’s narrow shape, coupled with Ashton’s preparedness and advantageous position, thwarted their efforts. Despite their attempts to suppress him, they were unable to breach the cave.
As time went on, the effects of the toxic mushroom powder intensified, causing severe pain and itching, which hindered the assailants’ ability to focus.
Liam, already affected, had been knocked out of the cave by the assassin Ashton had kicked. He regained consciousness after a while, lying on the ground.
𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝘁 gⱯ𝗅𝗇𝗈ν𝖊𝗅𝘀⫽𝖼𝗈𝗺
The pain and itching intensified, fueling Liam’s anger. He was certain that the attacker was Ashton.
Enduring the discomfort, he shouted excitedly, “Sirs! Ashton is inside! The one who attacked just now is definitely him p>
The assassins had no reason to doubt him. The strength exhibited by the person inside clearly surpassed ordinary capabilities.
After a brief discussion, they decided that one of them would return to alert the other assassins, while the rest stayed behind to prevent Ashton’s escape.
From his vantage point inside the cave, Ashton observed that the assassins were both well-prepared and skilled.
Despite being caught off guard, they maintained their composure, leaving Ashton with no opportunity for another attack.
Soon, the assassin leader and the remaining assassins arrived at the cave entrance.
Realizing the urgency of the situation, the assassins knew that their earlier gunfire might have alerted nearby villagers. And it was likely that Ashton and his group had already called the police.