C282 Smoke Rose in All Directions

Howard was courteous with Zack, but his demeanor shifted drastically when facing Joey—it was as if he had encountered his archenemy.

Joey, with a disdainful spit on the ground, rolled up his sleeves, itching for a brawl.

His four cohorts promptly stood by his side.

"So, Howard, you've got a big reputation now, huh? Think you can take me on?" Joey bellowed. At his call