“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 to stay

“Has there really been no sign of them since yesterday?” “It’s strange, indeed,” Patricia

might

US on purpose.” “That does add a layer of complexity,” Nicole acknowledged, her gaze sharpening as she considered the implications. ‘It’s not a

the thought crossed her mind, Nicole’s

due to arrive?” “In about half an hour,” Patricia responded, her expression suddenly changing. “You mean…” ‘Everett must be targeting the

Everett’s team to directly tamper with.’ It dawned on her that Everett might consider the upcoming shipment a viable

sense now, and Patricia was hit with a wave of frustration for

take some people over now,” Patricia

Nicole asked, holding

a crew to scout the area.” Patricia was determined. “If Everett’s forces are indeed preparing an ambush at sea, we might still have time to intercept them. But

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