After hearing Max's words, Jonathan slowly straightened his posture.
The hesitation and uncertainty from yesterday had completely disappeared from his expression. What replaced it now was determination.
"Since Julie has already been cured," Jonathan said seriously while looking directly at Max, "it is only right that we fulfill our side of the agreement as well."
Then he continued without hesitation.
"Max, we are prepared to join your secret force."
A faint smile appeared across Max's face after hearing that.
At the same time, Jonathan's expression gradually turned colder.
"As for your first condition…" Jonathan said quietly, "come with us."
His eyes narrowed faintly afterward.
"Everything has already been arranged."
The moment those words fell, both Jonathan and Julie turned around and began walking deeper into the pavilion area.
Max calmly followed behind them while silently observing the increasingly secluded surroundings.
