When the assassin struggled to rise, he felt an intense pain in his chest. Lowering his head, he noticed Eric had broken his ribcage with a punch.

Fear filled his eyes. The intelligence from the Crimson Order failed to mention Eric's combat skills, emphasizing only his role in the Innova Group's technology.

This oversight proved costly, incapacitating the assassin with a single punch.

With the Combat Department present, escape became a luxury. The two members of the Combat Department took the assassin away.

Sylvia said, "It seems Ruth was right. The people behind Frankie really want revenge."

Unbeknownst to Sylvia, eliminating them was part of the Crimson Order's plan from the beginning.

"Don't worry," Eric said. "The Combat Department is tracking their movements. When the time is right, they'll apprehend them."

Despite that, Eric couldn't shake the feeling of being drawn into a dangerous situation that could endanger Sylvia.

Sylvia nodded. She and Eric were skilled in martial