Love Began with the First Meeting

Edgar was anxious at first but quickly recovered his composure. "Don't say that. It's no use." He paused for a moment and then asked, "What are his intentions? There's nothing I can do about it from here."

Tompson rolled his eyes. It was annoying for him to deal with Edgar. He had thought that he would use Maggie as a way to persuade Edgar, but Edgar didn't take the bait. Wearily, Tompson nodded and said, "Uncle William had no other choice. The seniors would have been willing to release you, but if Cain did something, it would have been hard to prove then." It was almost impossible for Edgar to escape at that time, no matter how smart he was. If Edgar died, what else would matter?

Edgar had suddenly become so calm that it was impossible to guess what he was thinking, which made Tompson even more anxious. Looking at Edgar's still face was like staring into a deep well, frozen over in winter. However, Edgar had to be careful in his considerations. If he escaped from here now, Tompson would be implicated, as well as Maggie's father. He wouldn't do something right now, but he had to think it over and come up with a detailed plan.

The atmosphere here was oppressive, while the Eagle was filled with gloom. On the surface, everyone participated fully in the training, but they were all worried about Edgar. They didn't believe that he would have killed Henry because of corruption. It just wasn't in Captain Edgar's character!

"Daniel," Cathy said. "Why not ask Brian for help?"

Daniel had thought of it previously, but they didn't know the full situation. News was scarce and he had received no information. He was not sure whether Brian would do him a favor, so he said, "Let's wait another couple of days."

Hearing his words, Cathy was so angry that she stamped her foot. "You have spent a long time with the Captain Edgar, and now you are exactly like him. You don't want to call your brother-in-law. Fine, I'll call him! Uh!" As she spoke, she glared at Daniel and then turned to leave in a huff. "Alas!" Daniel reached out to take Cathy's hand in his, but he failed and she walked away. "Cathy..."

Cathy ignored Daniel's plea. She returned to the dormitory and called Brian. When the call went through, her eyes became misty and she started to cry out of anxiety or even fear. Edgar was like her family, and she was desperately worried for him. Brian stopped what he was doing, frowned and asked in a light voice, "What's up? What's wrong with you?"

People could be strong and determined in the face of difficulties, but they could not stand any more when the person they loved cared about themselves. Tears were gushing out of Cathy's reddened eyes. She couldn't stop wailing.

Brian was patient and just listened to Cathy crying. Then he leaned back in his chair and pinched the skin between his eyes to relax himself.

Cathy cried for two or three minutes, then sniffed and managed to calm down slightly before she said with hesitation, "Brother."

There was a faint smile at the corners of Brian's mouth. Cathy had always called him Brian since she had gotten married to Daniel. She wouldn't call him "Brother" unless she wanted to ask him for help.

"What's the matter? Just spit it out," Brian asked as he opened his eyes, which were filled with love. He was eternally grateful to Cathy. If she hadn't helped, Molly's eyes wouldn't have been cured.

Cathy sniffed once again and told him what had happened to Edgar. Then she said angrily, "Even if Captain Edgar wants to kill someone, he won't use his own gun. Then he might as well announce to the whole world that he's the killer, and he's not that stupid!" Brian frowned slightly and responded, "But, it's none of your business."

Cathy stood in front of the window, looking out at Daniel, who was dressed in the training gear, and she muttered, "But, I can't do nothing! I can't just watch this get worse. Daniel said that someone had set the trap for Captain Edgar. If so, it won't be ended simply." His gaze sharpened, but Brian kept a calm expression. "I'll go see what I can find out. You and Daniel shouldn't do anything else. It's not good for Edgar if more people get involved." This was one reason. The other one was his identity. As a member of the Long Family from the Dragon Island, it would become even more complicated if he got involved. There was an issue of sovereignty.

Cathy wasn't the type of person who liked to make a mountain out of a molehill. She was just so angry now. Hearing Brian's words, she sighed and answered, "Okay, I understand. I'm just anxious."

"Hum, I'll go sniff out the truth. Don't worry. And don't let Mol find out about it now."

"Thanks, I know. Goodbye," Cathy said still feeling despondent.

She hung up the phone and saw that Daniel was still there. Cathy pursed her lips and went toward him. She bit her lip and said, "I was too anxious just now. Please, don't be angry."

Daniel smiled and said, "I'm not angry. Did Brian persuade you?"

Cathy nodded, "I know you're afraid that it will place Brian in a dilemma." She blinked. "I'm sorry."

Daniel sighed and gestured, assuring her of the fact that it was okay. However, if the truth would be told, he was even more worried than Cathy. Over the past few years, he had experienced much. If not for Brian, Eric, and Edgar, his life would have been over. He was grateful to them for this life that he had. If there was anything wrong with anyone of them, his mood would become heavier than anyone else's.

With Brian's and Eric's identity, they wouldn't get involved in any troubles. But Edgar was different. He couldn't resist the world where everything was always changing.

Daniel secretly let out a heavy sigh and said to Cathy, "I'll go train." He gestured for Cathy, then turned back and walked toward where the Falcon was training.

Daniel could hear the sound of "Training For Fight" in the distance, and his mood grew heavier. However, he couldn't have anticipated that there would be yet worse news to come.

The next day, the Eagle had begun their routine training before the crack of dawn. News began to spread through every brigade of S Army. Edgar had escaped at midnight! He had vanished while those who were on duty were at their most tired moment. The news shocked everyone, from Richard down to all the Eagle members. They all just couldn't believe it.

Edgar was no longer wearing military clothes. He was dressed in casual pants, a cotton coat, boots and a peaked cap.

He walked down a quiet street where there were a few people. With a cautious glance around, he walked swiftly towards the shopping mall. When he got there, all the stores were closed. He waited in a lane so quietly that he blended into the snowy landscape. He didn't even want to think about what was happening in the military camp. His disappearance would be a big shock to everyone.

Suddenly there came the sound of steps in the snow. Edgar turned his head. The cap covered most of his face but didn't block his view.

The person was cautious, and when he passed by Edgar, he handed him a bag and said in a heavy tone, "It's true that the most dangerous place is also the safest one, but we needn't have met here."

Edgar smiled slightly and looked at Tompson, who was also in disguise. "How much money is in here?"

"It's enough for you to live modestly for about two months," Tompson said in a surly tone. "There is also an older model phone. You'd better change your sim card frequently. Call me if you need me. I need to go now." "Okay," Edgar answered.

Tompson turned and walked away. After a few steps, he stopped and looked back at Edgar. "Why haven't you left?"

Edgar peered at his wrist watch. "It's a half hour before the shopping mall opens. Today is the eve of the Spring Festival. I haven't bought a gift for Maggie, yet."

Tompson couldn't help but roll his eyes. "Is that why you asked me for money?" He saw a brief smile on Edgar's face and retorted, "You're crazy." At a loss for any further words, Tompson left angrily.

Edgar returned to look at the snow and waited quietly. Even if they were running after him, they would never have considered that he would go to a shopping mall now. 'I still have enough time to buy Maggie some beautiful clothes, and some delicious food, ' Edgar thought warmly. Thinking of Maggie always warmed him.

It was time for the shopping mall to open, so Edgar entered with the rest of the early morning shoppers. He had a good taste and knew Maggie's size well. He bought two sets of clothes, which cost most of the money which Tompson had brought to him. Then he went to the supermarket to buy some tasty food which Maggie loved, and also went to an express-delivery company nearby.

"Hey, dude, why are you too shy to give the gifts to the beautiful girl yourself?" the delivery man packed the items while saying. "You're so generous. She must be quite special."

Edgar smiled, but he was cautious not to let the delivery man see his whole face. "Will it be delivered today?"

"I'll deliver it soon. I promise, it'll be received before twelve o'clock." The delivery man noticed that Edgar didn't write down his name and phone number. He frowned and asked, "There's no information for you. How will the girl know it's from you?"

"I have put a note with it," Edgar said calmly. He gave the man a hundred bill. "Keep the change." Then he left the store. The delivery man momentarily stared after his proud back and then shook his head. Love truly made people blind.

Edgar lingered at the corner of the street for a while, until, finally, he decided to take the risk and went to the military yard. He hadn't really thought it through. He didn't know how much time he had spent in solving the problem. He just wanted to see Maggie, even if only from a distance.

Edgar felt devastated by her absence from his side over these last few days.