The palpable bloodlust radiating from Sparrow made it clear that he was more than capable of taking them all on if it came to that.
The leader sensed the underlying tension in the air, feeling the weight of Sparrow's unspoken challenge.
It was evident that Sparrow was willing to kill if necessary, yet he was also extending an olive branch, framing the situation as a misunderstanding.
The leader grappled with conflicting thoughts.
Part of him recognized the opportunity Sparrow was offering—a chance for both sides to avoid unnecessary bloodshed.
However, a nagging doubt crept into his mind.
Was this merely a ploy, a form of reverse psychology designed to allow Sparrow and his team to escape accountability for their actions?
After all, it was he who had initially issued the threat, and Sparrow's cold response could just as easily be interpreted as a counter-threat.
