Following Patricia’s lead, the group dispersed, with a few genuinely departing while two covertly shadowed Patricia, tracking the elusive figures.

“Captain, do you think those could be Everett’s men?” one of them quietly conjectured.

Patricia let out a derisive snort. “Only one way to find out-follow them.”

At this juncture, Everett was the prime suspect in their minds.

Mid-conversation, Patricia’s phone buzzed. Casting a quick glance at the screen, she promptly ended the call.

“Captain, should we proceed? We’ll keep you in the loop,” another team member offered, ready to spring into action.

Patricia hesitated briefly before deciding, “No, let’s stick together.”

The call she’d ignored was from Martin, likely wondering why she hadn’t shown up at his lab yet. She deemed it inappropriate to delve into explanations then and there, planning to address it later.

the lab, it was evident

difficulties on your way here?” “Just tying up

a hint of concern, “You know, you ought

‘work’ wasn’t merely her day- today duties at Riddle Corporation; it hinted at

reassured him, “Don’t worry, I’m handling

didn’t press the issue, instead helping her

your face has improved significantly. I expect

responded with gratitude,

effort. Not everyone can endure the hardships

heavy with the realization that Ellar had borne the greatest

water,” Cindy offered, handing a

said, accepting the cup and

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