Sleeper #12
In "The Road to Hell," Holden flees his latest escape only to be cornered by Tao, who reveals a past long buried and confirms he’s known Holden’s true allegiance all along. As the tension mounts, Tao offers Holden a choice—return with him—just as John Lynch reenters the fray. Written by Ed Brubaker and illustrated with gritty precision by Sean Phillips, the cover by Phillips captures the moment’s raw intensity.
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Holden is on the run after being freed, but Tao catches up to him. Tao recounts his backstory to Holden and lets him know that he knew he was a double agent. Holden is offered a choice to return with Tao, and John Lynch returns.
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