As things developed to this point, Billy knew well that their organization was no match for the Nidhoggs. Therefore, he recognized the situation and decided to run first and consider their next move later.
However, Falcon's thoughts differed from Billy's. He believed Barrett risked his life to save him, showing the bond of brothers who faced life and death together.
Moreover, Falcon had promised Barrett that he would never abandon him, no matter what happened. Therefore, even though he now knew the Nidhoggs had captured Barrett, he was not willing to give up the chance to rescue him.
"Billy, Barrett is a dear brother to me, and I absolutely cannot abandon him," Falcon clenched his fists as if he had made an unwavering decision. "Even if it means death, even if it means enduring inhuman torture, I will bring him back!"
"Why are you so stubborn?" Billy glared fiercely at Falcon. "Going alone to save Barrett is a path to death. What else can you possibly achieve? The wise thing to do is to hide and bide our time.
“Once we find a suitable opportunity in the future, we can figure out how to rescue Barrett from the Nidhogg Organization. If you go now, it's simply death."
Although Falcon was eager to rescue Barrett, he must admit that Billy's words made sense. There were many capable individuals inside the Nidhogg Organization. Even if they didn't face the leader directly, facing someone like Collin was already daunting enough.
In such a situation, not only would he fail to rescue Barrett, but he might also end up in great peril himself.
But leaving now and doing nothing left him feeling guilty...
Seeing him standing still, Billy was filled with anxiety.
"Falcon! Aren't you leaving yet? Do you want to wait until the Nidhoggs come to capture you and torture you?"
"But... Barrett..." Falcon lowered his head, his voice tinged with sorrow and urgency. He wanted to rescue Barrett, but he wasn't capable, and Billy wasn't willing to help him.
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