At the same time, Reeves' right hand flicked to his waist—and his thought-driven [Quick Item Bar] instantly responded! A flash of cold light appeared out of nowhere, and a sharp military-style tactical dagger appeared in his hand.
“Puff!”
The sharp blade instantly cut through the skin, muscles and fatal blood vessels.
The butler's body convulsed in agony, but the grip of his iron-like hand clamped his throat, preventing him from even uttering a scream. Warm blood gushed out from his ruptured carotid artery like a fountain, splashing onto the polished doorframe, Ribbs's arms, and his apron.
Reeves exerted force with his arms and slowly placed the dead butler on the floor without making a sound.
The whole process happened in a flash, and the corridor outside the door remained silent.
Reeves didn't even look at the rapidly spreading pool of blood and the lifeless body under his feet.
He gently closed the heavy door with his backhand, blocking out any sounds that might come from outside.
The entire room was more spacious and luxurious than expected. The thick and expensive Persian carpets covered the entire floor, and the heavy mahogany desk and leather sofa exuded the majesty of a powerful person.
"What's going on? Who's here?" A deep male voice came from the room.
Ribs didn't answer, but walked towards the room where the sound came from step by step.
At the farthest end of the room, behind a large desk, was an old man wearing a well-tailored suit, with a thin figure and meticulously combed hair - IRS Commissioner Bill Sterling.
He sat at the table with his back to the door, apparently sorting documents.
Feeling someone behind him, Sterling turned his head sharply, and the usual calm expression on his face that showed he was in control of everything was instantly replaced by incredible shock and cold fear!
He stared at the intruder standing at the door, covered in blood and wearing an ill-fitting maid uniform.
"You! You're Ri...Ribus?!"
Sterling's voice lost its usual calmness. He jumped up from his chair as if he had been electrocuted, stepped back hastily, and his back hit the cold bulletproof glass window heavily!
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