The Comprehensive Evolution of American Comics.

Chapter 621 Dilemma
"This is most likely a trap."

Reed put down the empty can, and the spoon made a clinking sound against the metal can.

"It's possible that this is a trap set by the Viper Gang. Their purpose is to lure some kind-hearted people in and then capture them all in one fell swoop."

"That's a possibility," Ben nodded. "I've considered it, but I decided to go and see. After all, the odds are 50-50, and no one can say for sure until they see the truth."

"What's up, Reed?" Johnny stood up and put his hand on Ben's shoulder as he sat on the ground. "I think Ben's concerns are justified. I have to go and see him, or I won't be able to sleep any more."

Susan did not interrupt. She knew that the three men present were all stubborn and would stick to their guns once they made up their minds. It would be useless for her to say anything at this point. It would be better for her to observe the atmosphere from the side and ease the mood at the right time.

Reed sat in the chair and pondered for a long time. Finally, he sighed and said, "Then go and take a look, but you must listen to my instructions."

"It's time to do this." Johnny stretched out his hand and high-fived Ben beside him.

Susan frowned at her brother's cheerful expression and couldn't help but say, "Especially you, Johnny. We might clash with the other side, so remember not to act recklessly just to show off."

Johnny puffed out his cheeks and exhaled, raising his hands in a gesture of surrender, making people wonder whether he had heard it at all.

The three people present had the same thought at the same time, that is, they must pay more attention to Johnny's movements and not let him do whatever he wants.

"Alright! Breakfast is over. Now it's time to prepare for battle." Johnny clapped his hands and mobilized everyone. "Hurry up, rookies, pick up your guns, it's time to go to the battlefield."

Listening to Johnny's military speech that he learned from the movie, Ben, who had actually served in the army, laughed and shook his head, but still stood up obediently to prepare.

Susan rolled her eyes at her brother and followed Reed out of the restaurant. When Johnny came to his senses, he was the only one left in the restaurant.

...

"Anyone reply Mr. Mark?"

Mark put the headphones aside and shook his head at the little girl behind him who was as bright as the sun.

"No, little girl, it's the same as yesterday. There's nothing on the radio except those TV programs."

"Is that so?" The girl was a little disappointed. Mark rubbed his dry eyes and comforted her.

"Don't worry, little girl. Not everyone can assemble a radio with their hands. Maybe someone received the message using a radio, but couldn't respond. On the bright side, maybe they're on their way."

"You're right, sir." The girl smiled. "By the way, it's almost time for dinner. You can come down now. I'll let Tyrone take your place."

"Got it. You go down first. I'll come down after I adjust the equipment."

The girl nodded, turned around, pushed the door open and walked out of the small room. As she walked out of the room, she happened to meet a person who hid his body in a large cloak.

Faced with such a strange person, the girl was not afraid, but smiled again.

"Have you finished your meal yet, Tyrone?"

The black boy called Tyrone nodded and said, "I'm here to replace Mr. Mark. How are things, Tandy?"

"Same thing." Tandy shrugged casually. "Mr. Mark is adjusting the equipment. Remember not to scare him."

Tyrone nodded, looking perfectly normal, but Tandy could still tell he was hiding something. "What's wrong, Tyrone?"

Taylor hesitated for a moment, then finally said, "There's something wrong with Kilgrave. Be careful not to be alone with him."

"Mr. Kilgrave?" A purple shadow flashed through Tandy's mind. "What happened to him? I remember him always keeping a low profile."

"Someone reported that he's been acting strangely lately, and they've even seen him out again." Tyrone's expression was grim. "Perhaps he betrayed us and reported our location to the Viper Gang."

Tandy frowned slightly. She didn't like to convict people based on some abnormalities, but the person who said this was Tyrone, whom she trusted more, so Tandy still raised a little vigilance in her heart.

Tandy asked, "Does anyone else know about this?"

Tyrone shook his head and said, "No, now only you, me, and the person who reported it know."

"Then let's keep it secret for now." Tandy breathed a sigh of relief. "If this matter were to be made public now, it would definitely cause chaos."

Tyrone nodded. Of course he knew this, so he came directly to discuss it with Tandy. Otherwise, he could have announced the matter in public.

After all, this news only came from one person's confession, without any other evidence, and would cause suspicion and infighting among his own people. Even if Tyrone was stupid, he would not make it public.

"Oh, right." Tandy suddenly remembered something. "Who told you this news? Did you tell him to keep it a secret?"

"Of course." Tyrone nodded, then uttered a name that Tandy had not expected.

"Kuaiel told me."

...

In the messy hall, groups of people gathered together. Some of them were eating, some were chatting, and some were playing some simple games. In short, they were all killing time.

Although everyone has something to do, it can be seen that almost everyone looks absent-minded. An uneasy atmosphere is spreading among the crowd and may explode at any time.

Only a few people were not infected by this atmosphere. Among them, a boy with pink hair was particularly conspicuous. Coupled with the large frog-shaped glasses on his ears, it was hard not to notice him.

Unlike others, the pink-headed boy was also busy with something, but he was extremely focused. His hands kept making various gestures, and people who didn't know him might think he was possessed by a ghost.

"Quentin!"

Hearing someone calling his name, the pink-headed boy raised his head and came out of his concentration. When he looked up, he saw Tandy, who was as bright as the sun.

"Have you had lunch?"

In response to Tandy's concern, Quentin simply pushed his sunglasses and replied coldly.

"I think there should be an empty can in front of me, so you shouldn't have to ask me specifically."

"It's just a greeting, Quentin." Tandy rubbed Quentin's pink-haired head helplessly, as if he was facing a naughty younger brother. Although the latter frowned, he never dodged.

"By the way, I came here to ask you something."

(End of this chapter)