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Arthur calmly explained that the Jeep was currently stalled due to engine trouble and that he was working to fix it as quickly as possible. He even gestured toward an open space nearby, suggesting that the convoy could pass safely through without delay or obstruction. However, Vance showed no patience or willingness to listen. His tone grew sharper as he repeated his order with increasing hostility, insisting that the road be cleared immediately.
Inside one of the SUVs, billionaire real estate developer Julian Cross remained seated, observing the situation through tinted glass without intervening. Arthur continued attempting to restart the engine, refusing to escalate the situation despite the rising tension around him. Without warning, Vance stepped forward and forcefully shoved Arthur backward against the side of the Jeep.
The impact was sudden and painful, sending shock through the veteran’s back and old injuries that had never fully healed from years of service. Arthur steadied himself slowly, breathing deeply as he tried to regain balance while maintaining composure in front of the aggressive security team. Before he could respond further, Vance leaned into the Jeep and grabbed the faded military duffel bag from the passenger seat.
Arthur immediately raised his voice, asking the guard not to touch his belongings, especially the bag containing deeply personal military and family items. But Vance ignored the warning completely and walked several steps away before violently throwing the bag into a muddy drainage area beside the rest stop. The bag landed heavily in the sludge, splashing dirt and water across its worn fabric as the 101st Airborne insignia became stained and partially obscured.
Arthur froze for a moment, visibly shaken, before taking a slow step forward as if unable to process what had just happened. Vance then stepped onto the bag with his boot, pressing it deeper into the mud while continuing to issue threats and demands toward the veteran. The surrounding area remained disturbingly quiet. A few travelers nearby watched the scene unfold but chose not to intervene, avoiding confrontation.