One Hour

Time ticked by, and soon many assassins had arrived in the lobby.

Although the numerous assassins present were conversing, their peripheral vision never left Charlotte Doyle's table.

Seeing that most people had arrived, Charlotte stood up and walked towards the bounty mission screen.

As Charlotte Doyle stood up, all eyes were drawn to them. As Charlotte moved, their gaze followed.

Ascending the steps and arriving before the bounty screen, Charlotte Doyle pointed at the bounty posted by Sloan with a kunai and said:

"The Continental Hotel, where eighty percent of New York's assassins gather. I wonder how many people have gathered in this mission hall today."

"I know that many who have come are here for this bounty mission."

Charlotte Doyle paused, then said in a loud voice, "I, Charlotte Doyle, am here today to tell you, to tell all of New York's assassins, that this is Sloan's provocation to me. Last night, the Brotherhood of Assassins was annihilated by my hand!"

At this moment, Charlotte Doyle's gaze swept across the crowd. Upon meeting Charlotte's eyes, some assassins immediately placed their hats over their chests to show respect. Those without hats placed their right hand over their left chest to show respect for Charlotte Doyle. This was the treatment a legendary assassin deserved.

However, there were also some who, under Charlotte's gaze, their eyes flickered, and they dodged away. They didn't know what the Brotherhood of Assassins was, but they fantasized about becoming famous overnight, stepping over the corpses of Charlotte and others to claim the bounty.

After scanning the crowd, Charlotte continued, "The existence of this bounty is still a provocation to me. I, Charlotte Doyle, respect the rules of The Continental Hotel and will not ask for the bounty to be withdrawn. But I want to tell you, tell all those who are interested in this bounty."

"In one hour, I will leave The Continental Hotel. I will be waiting at the three-way intersection outside the hotel for those who want the bounty. I, Charlotte, will show no mercy and no hesitation. Anyone who dares to attack me, I will leave none alive."

"But this is only a one-time opportunity. Before 6 PM, all assassins can make a move. I will only target those who make a move. After 6 PM, anyone who dares to attack me or the employees of the Charlotte Agency, regardless of the gang behind you or your family."

"Will face destruction!"

Charlotte's voice was powerful and resonant. Especially when the last two words were spoken, their killing intent was fully unleashed, and a wave of murderous aura permeated the mission hall.

This sent a chill from the soles of their feet to the top of their heads for the many assassins who were already living on the edge of life and death.

At this moment, Ginny looked at Charlotte Doyle speaking before the bounty mission, her eyes filled with admiration. This man was so manly and charming; she liked him so much.

Seeing that the assassins had understood their intentions, Charlotte emphasized the one-hour mark again, then walked down and returned to their seat.

After Charlotte Doyle returned, the mission hall finally resumed its normal hustle and bustle. At this time, many assassins took out their phones and sent messages.

Some assassins, fearing they couldn't explain clearly, directly made phone calls. They wanted to spread Charlotte Doyle's words.

Especially the news that Charlotte Doyle had wiped out the Brotherhood of Assassins was the most important part of the dissemination.

Returning to the side of the crowd, Charlotte Doyle glanced at the infatuated Ginny and said, "Later, we will wait together at the three-way intersection outside The Continental Hotel. If anyone makes a move, kill them."

Glancing at the three ninjas, Iruka, Charlotte looked at Ginny and said, "I'm not worried about those three. As for you, wear a bulletproof vest and have plenty of bullets. I don't want anything to happen to you."

Charlotte was somewhat helpless about the fact that the members of the Brotherhood of Assassins never wore bulletproof vests. Although their marksmanship was good, in a real fight, stray bullets had no eyes, and Ginny's strength made it somewhat dangerous.

Ginny patted her leather jacket and said, "It's the latest custom order from The Continental Hotel, bulletproof."

After looking at Ginny's bulletproof vest, Charlotte thought for a moment and continued, "Iruka, the three of you form a V formation to protect Ginny."

Charlotte believed that for this show of strength, success was mandatory, and failure was not an option.

They could not afford any casualties in the team. They wanted to resolve this matter perfectly.

Upon hearing Charlotte's instructions, Iruka, Rock Lee, and Sasuke Uchiha all agreed and assured Charlotte that they would be at ease.

Glancing at the busy assassins in the hall, Charlotte took out their phone, found Winston's number, and dialed it.

"Winston, I need The Continental Hotel's services to seal off the area outside the hotel, a diameter of 500 meters around the three-way intersection for 6 hours. Non-assassins are not allowed to pass."

Anyone who appeared outside the hotel later would be Charlotte's enemy. Once the time was up, they would rush forward and kill them.

Winston, who was on the top floor of the hotel, pondered for a moment and then said, "Charlotte, from 12 PM to 6 PM, for these 6 hours, The Continental Hotel can provide you with blockade services."

"But it will cost ten gold coins!"

Hearing the ten gold coins, Charlotte had no objections and agreed to Winston's price.

Just as Charlotte hung up the phone, a man walked over. It was none other than John Wick.

"Charlotte, you really don't need my help?"

"Six hours is not a short time. It's even enough for assassins from outside New York to fly over."

Obviously, John had also heard the news and rushed over immediately. He wanted to help the man in front of him. Besides wanting to retrieve the Blood Pact Badge, he also wanted to repay the life-saving favor.

"John, trust me, I can handle this myself!" Charlotte refused John's kind offer.

For Charlotte, this matter was not only about establishing authority but also about showing their strength to gain leverage for a seat at the High Table later.

Seeing Charlotte's insistence, John said nothing more, but he did not leave The Continental Hotel either.

He wanted to wait here, partly to await the outcome, and partly in case Charlotte faltered, so he could immediately provide rescue.

Time ticked by.

Soon, one hour was about to pass.

Charlotte, along with Ginny and the other four, walked towards the outside of The Continental Hotel.

At this time, the many assassins inside the hotel watched the team leave.

When Charlotte stepped out of the hotel's main entrance, they saw the bustling street before them and cursed, "There are indeed quite a few people who don't know their place."

Charlotte stepped onto the street opposite the hotel and glanced at her watch. There was one minute left.

"Prepare for battle!"

As the clock struck twelve, the next moment...

"Sharingan, activate!"

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