Tension filled the car as Yuchen's men, Barley, found himself in a perilous predicament. Beads of sweat dotted his forehead, and he could hardly swallow, realizing that Yuchen's threat was very real..
After a nerve-wracking pause, Barley's voice steadied, and he declared, "I pledge my unwavering loyalty, vowing never to betray the Blackwood family." His gaze remained fixed forward, his face a mask of determination, despite the fear lurking in his eyes. He may have paled for a moment, but his commitment was unwavering.
"Capo Whiskey," Barley continued, his voice unwavering, "when I was stranded alone in that dark alley with nothing to my name, it was you who extended your hand to help. I'll forever be indebted to you. While I'll never waver in my loyalty to the Blackwood family, if ever faced with an unthinkable choice between you and the family, I choose you without hesitation. Even if it costs me my very life, I'll stand by your side."