“Captain, Nicole is here,” someone quietly informed Patricia.

Swiftly turning, Patricia indeed spotted Nicole making her way toward them. She quickly approached to greet her: “Ms. Riddle, what brings you here today?”

“Was everything quiet last night?” Nicole inquired, her expression marked by a subtle concern.

Patricia had briefed Nicole on the previous night’s events, but with no further developments by morning, Nicole’s concern had prompted her to personally check on the situation.

Noticing the team’s heightened state of readiness, she deduced that Everett’s group had yet to make their move.

“They haven’t made a move yet. We’re unsure of their intentions, but I’ve instructed everyone to remain on high alert,” said Patricia.

Nicole gave a nod of approval. “Alright. Everyone, be careful.”

her advice, they all intensified their efforts

more secluded area for a conversation. “Has there really been

suspect it might

theory, but given how yesterday’s encounter with those two was purely coincidental, it doesn’t entirely fit if it’s a trap. They weren’t there to be discovered by US on purpose.” “That does add a layer of complexity,” Nicole acknowledged, her gaze sharpening as she considered the implications. ‘It’s not a trap if they didn’t intentionally let themselves get caught. But why haven’t they made a move yet?’

crossed her mind, Nicole’s

our ship due to arrive?” “In about half an hour,” Patricia responded, her expression suddenly changing. “You mean…” ‘Everett must be targeting the cargo on our ship!’ Patricia realized, a chill

dawned on her that Everett might consider the upcoming shipment a viable target to undermine Riddle Corporation. After all, choosing a more accessible

Patricia was hit with a

some people over now,” Patricia declared, poised

going?” Nicole asked,

was determined. “If Everett’s forces are indeed preparing an ambush at sea, we might still

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