Chapter 497

Vivian's heart clenched.

When Isabella said something big happened, it was never trivial.

"Zero was captured."

"What?" Vivian's pupils constricted violently.

Zero captured? Impossible!

"His mission to assassinate the king failed. He couldn't pay the Dark Web penalty fee either, so they detained him. Fifty billion is no small amount, but how could someone like Zero get caught so easily? You know the consequences of defaulting."

Those torture methods could make death seem merciful. They could break even the strongest operatives.

"When did this happen? Where is he being held?"

Vivian knew the price of contract breaches all too well. What had happened to Zero?

"He was taken last night. Location unknown." Isabella's expression darkened.

She hesitated. "Fifty billion isn't money we can scrape together overnight. Viv, this isn't your problem. Maybe we should pretend we don't know?"

Vivian could never turn away. Zero had helped her too many times. She wouldn't abandon him now.

Moreover, she grew increasingly certain this was the organization's doing.

"No. Isabella, help me locate him."

Isabella saw right through her. "Are you insane? It's too dangerous!"

"I know the risks. But I have to save him. I owe him."

Isabella sighed. "Fine. If you've made up your mind, I'll back you. I'll start digging. Wait for my update."

"Thank you."

"Since when do we stand on ceremony? But promise me I'll always come first in your heart!"

Vivian chuckled. "Of course. No one compares to you."

"That's more like it. If I ever get in trouble, you'd better come rescue me!"

"Don't jinx it! Nothing will happen to you. I'd rather take the hit myself."

"Love you!" Isabella pulled Vivian into a tight hug.

Having such loyal friends made any risk worth taking.

"That Dominic downstairs... Is he planning to squat at your place indefinitely?" Isabella suddenly asked.

"He doesn't live here. No idea why he showed up today, but it's definitely no good."

"He's bad news. Don't get charmed by him. And absolutely no falling in love!"

Vivian rolled her eyes. "Do you really think I'm that easy?"

"Just looking out for you. Though Dominic is ridiculously handsome... By the way, does Ethan know about this?"