Brian smiled at Xiao Ran, a smile that was gentle, neither sinister nor frightening.
But to Xiao Ran, the smile Brian wore was the devil's grin, and the fear instilled by his dominance made her subconsciously stand up and swiftly take two steps back.
Brian smiled once again, then whispered softly, "Don't hide, come here."
Xiao Ran took a deep breath, glanced at the people around her, then let out another long sigh before moving forward two steps, her face resolute as she locked eyes with Brian.
Xiao Ran tried her best to convey an undaunted demeanor, but her trembling body betrayed her.
Brian remained impassive. He suddenly reached out and grabbed Xiao Ran's arm. As he pulled her arm toward himself, he flicked his right hand.
A cold glint appeared at Brian's fingertips.
Xiao Ran only felt a slight pain in her palm, but Brian quickly raised her hand, holding it before her own face.
"This is your blood, flowing out. Look at it, really look at it."
