Chapter 273 Determining the Victor and the Fate

• Hugo's gaze remained fixed, not on Corey but on Maximo. He did not respond to Corey's words. To Hugo, Maximo was the primary adversary, far more significant than Corey. They had been rivals for a lifetime, with no clear victor emerging.
• Hugo suddenly smiled at Maximo, "Maximo, are you truly sure you want to share your cake with an outsider?"
• "The cake belongs to everyone. Whoever has a good appetite can have a share," Maximo replied, sitting beside Corey, his hands crossed on his lap. He continued, "I don't need much cake, but I also don't want anyone taking my share. After all, I'm not dead yet, am I?"