Chapter 1499

Shannon remained as calm as ever, her demeanor unwavering despite the chaos around her. The 30 or so men, who, moments ago, had been ready to fight, now sat on the cold floor, shivering with fear. Benji Gold and Shanny Gold, efficient as ever, each grabbed one end of a long rope and began weaving their way through the panicked crowd. With swift, practiced movements, they expertly tied everyone up into a disorganized bundle of bodies, their ropes pulling tight, securing each person in place. Skylar watched, listening to the curses from the customers outside, unable to help but glance at Shannon. "Did you do that?" She nodded. "I stuck a counterspell on the door when we came in." After all, the masterminds behind such a place couldn't be spared, neither could those participating in the underground gambling. On the side, Zane, having had no opportunity to take action throughout, seized the chance while the others were fighting to send an emergency text, attaching the location coordi