Chapter 601

I lowered my gaze, focusing on my toes. "Let's go." Derick loaded my luggage and opened the car door for me. I got in, and he closed the door behind me before entering the driver's seat. "Derick, how did things end up like this?" I wasn't accusing him. Rather, I was curious."It all started with a game of billiards..." What had once been an ordinary tournament had turned into a dangerous game involving Harlan and Larry. Now, everyone was constantly looking over their shoulder, fearing the unknown. I recalled what Chris had said. "Who do you think is behind all this? Why did they choose to target you?" "I've been wondering the same thing," Derick replied, picking up on my train of thought. "The key is to figure out what their ultimate goal is." I smiled wryly as I considered the people drawn into this mess. "It seems like they're trying to catch everyone in one net." "Yes, especially the men who are involved with you." His comment was a bolt of lightning that cleared the fog from