"Don't be nervous."

Kendrick scrutinized each and every one of Cory's subordinates. "I'm just handing in my weapon first to show that I'm really here to talk."

Cory's gaze darkened. He didn't buy a single word Kendrick said.

This wasn't showing sincerity. This was a threat.

Moreover, he knew that Kendrick had come prepared. He surely had far more men than the ones in the room.

All of these thoughts ran through Cory's mind in a short time. After analyzing the situation, he calmed down.

He