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217. Chapter 217: One Hundred Percent Certainty! Sun-Piercing Charge!

"Psychological issues combined with other reasons. After all, he's only ten years old. Before this, Ryan was raised by his Mother. Recently, his Mother..." Xia Shang trailed off, as if reluctant to reveal the truth.

Seeing this, the Reporter quickly pressed, "Can you elaborate on the specific reason, Mr. Jervis? I believe everyone is very concerned about the truth behind the scenes of this incident."

The surrounding Police, as well as the onlookers at the scene and in front of their screens, all perked up their ears, putting on expressions of deep concern.

"Actually, this falls under Vought's internal confidential information and generally cannot be disclosed to the Outside World, because it is also an extremely disgraceful matter for us at Vought." Xia Shang's remarks piqued the curiosity of countless people. They desperately wanted to know what exactly happened behind the scenes of the Ryan massacre incident that would cause a child to brutally kill innocent passersby.

"But..."

Xia Shang's tone shifted, and his expression gradually became serious. At this moment, Billy, watching the television, felt a sudden jolt in his heart.

"Considering the extremely severe public outcry caused by this incident, it's better to reveal some things. First, Homelander's son, Ryan, was kidnapped during the tryouts some time ago. To find his whereabouts, we at Vought used all our connections, but ultimately failed to find him."

"What?!"

This sudden heavy bomb caused countless ripples. The Reporters present all stared at Xia Shang, dumbfounded.

Becca, who was beside Billy, had the same reaction.

Almost instantly, the sensitive Becca connected it to a certain person. She struggled free from Billy's embrace, then stared intently into Billy's eyes, saying word for word, "You kidnapped Ryan."

Billy was about to concoct a "well-intentioned" lie to get by, but Becca cut him off directly.

"You can fool others, but you can't fool me, Fuck you! Billy Butcher! I warned you, I don't care how you deal with Vought International, but you are absolutely forbidden to involve Ryan." Becca's voice trembled with anger, her chest heaving violently. "But you actually kidnapped him, Shit! You're a fucking bastard!"

Slap! A crisp slap suddenly rang out.

The last trace of guilt in Billy's eyes vanished completely after being slapped. He sneered repeatedly, "What is Ryan? He's a bastard! A bastard born after Homelander raped you. I should have just put a gun to his head. He's just like Homelander, flowing with dirty and brutal blood. He killed so many people, which just proves it."

"No, this isn't true." Becca collapsed, clutching her head in despair and squatting on the ground.

Meanwhile.

Xia Shang on the screen continued, "There are Witnesses who can prove that Ryan was thrown from a Car. At the time, he was stuffed into a black sack, so I have Reason to suspect that the person who kidnapped Ryan is the criminal previously wanted by Vought, Billy Butcher.

Furthermore, we have just received information that Ryan's Mother has also accidentally gone missing. Therefore, we can boldly speculate whether it's possible that the criminal used Ryan's Mother to Threaten Ryan, forcing him to kill people in the street.

Their purpose is also not difficult to guess. They want to use the public outcry caused by Ryan to completely bring down Vought International. Once Vought International collapses, they can carry out criminal activities without restraint in the future."

"Of course, the above is just my personal speculation. Unless Billy Butcher publicly announces that he is the mastermind behind the scenes of the entire incident, Ryan will ultimately have to be responsible for his own actions." Facing the camera, Xia Shang smiled slightly, then returned the microphone to the Reporter who was still deep in thought.

Back at Vought Tower.

Homelander turned to look at Xia Shang and asked calmly, "Are you sure your method will work? How certain are you?" Looking at Homelander, Xia Shang raised his right hand and held up his index finger. "Unless Billy is possessed by a soul, I am one hundred percent certain."

"Let's hope so."

Homelander's face showed almost no expression. His figure instantly vanished from the spot, and when he reappeared, he was already standing at the very top of Vought Tower. He stared directly at the sun, his left hand constantly clenched and unclenched with force, seemingly trying to completely vent the feeling of powerlessness and frustration in his heart!

...

In the Basement, after listening to Xia Shang's remarks, the previously despairing Becca felt as if she had grasped a life-saving straw.

"I'm sorry, Billy, I didn't mean it just now. Can you forgive me?" Becca cupped Billy's face, her eyes filled with guilt. "I was too impulsive, I'm sorry."

Seeing his wife's pitiful appearance, Billy couldn't help but soften his heart.

He pursed his lips and said softly, "I was just saying that out of anger too. Can we turn the page?"

Becca looked at Billy tenderly.

Her hands moved from Billy's face to the back of his neck. She gently stroked him, and at the same time, her red lips slightly parted, saying, "Kiss me."

The next second, Billy kissed her without hesitation.

The two kissed passionately, a French kiss lasting the time it takes to drink a cup of coffee. Seeing this scene, Frenchie and the others nearby tactfully left the Living Room, leaving the Space to the long-reunited couple.

Becca looked into Billy's eyes and said affectionately, "Will you help me save Ryan? He's my only son, and my only anchor besides you. Let's take him and leave the United States, start a new life."

Billy's complexion turned ugly, and he took a few steps back.

"Do you want me to publicly admit that everything Ryan did was planned by me? Are you crazy? If I do that, I'll never be able to recover for the rest of my life. Even if I defeat Vought, the sunlight will never shine on me again. I'll spend the rest of my life in this cold, damp, cramped, and lightless Basement!"

Billy couldn't believe that his wife actually wanted to trade the rest of his life for that bastard Homelander's son!

He couldn't help but reach out and grab Becca's shoulders, trying to persuade her, "We're not old yet, can't we have another child? Let's forget about Ryan, okay?"

However, Becca shook her head painfully. "You don't know what Ryan means to me. Right now, this is the only way to save him. I beg you, I beg you to save Ryan."

Seeing his wife cry, Billy, who was about to speak, ultimately closed his mouth.

A moment later, he sighed, "Let me think about it some more."

Saying this, he turned and walked towards the Room. At this moment, his back view carried an unspeakable sense of loneliness. Perhaps, the frustration and powerlessness brought by his previous actions seemed insignificant compared to this moment.

(end of chapter)