"Oh, so you're apologizing now? Why didn't you think of the consequences before hurting others?" Dustin's murderous intent didn't lessen despite how much Gavin begged.

"I—I got careless! I'm so sorry! Please let me go! I swear, I'll turn over a new leaf!" Gavin begged timidly.

He had lost all his pride, and all he cared about was staying alive.

"What makes you think you still have a chance to turn over a new leaf?" Dustin asked harshly.

"I—I—I've got money. And connections! I'll do anything you want if you let me live!" Gavin tried to bargain with Dustin.

"I don't need anything besides your death," Dustin answered uncaringly.

"D—Don't kill me! Please spare my life! I'll be very useful! I can help you obtain your goals and live a lavish life!" Gavin begged frantically, all trace of his arrogance earlier gone.

"That doesn't interest me." Dustin swung his sword again, leaving a long, ragged gash on Gavin's back.

Dustin wasn't in a hurry to kill the other man. Instead, he wan