Andrew did not move at all. In his eyes, Freddie's movements could be described in one word: slow.

Only at the last moment did Andrew finally act. He shifted his body sideways, dodging the kick. Then, he smashed forward like a charging bull.

Freddie shot back like he weighed nothing, crashing hard into a steel equipment case. He hit the ground in a heap, coughing violently, his head spinning as he lay flat on his back.

"Mr. Hawkins!"

A dozen subordinates rushed in anxiously. The leader w