The cash was all sealed in plastic, impervious to water, making things easy for them. They were all well-trained men, their actions swift and efficient. Alas, time was not on their side. The shift change approached, and a knock sounded on the door outside.

Everyone stilled.

“What’s going on? Why aren’t you guys coming out yet?” asked a bodyguard outside.

Dexter deepened his voice. “Oh, there’s an issue with the ship’s cabin pipeline. We’re working on it. Just give us a moment.”

“There’s an issue? How long will it take, and do you need any help?”

During the conversation, a few men had silently and seamlessly positioned themselves behind the door.

“We’re coming.” Dexter stepped forward and opened the door right away.

It was still three bodyguards this time. They were all dumbfounded at the sight of him. Just as they were about to react, the men in the warehouse made their move, swiftly pulling them in and pinning them to the ground.

Dexter immediately closed the door.

“So, this is where you’ve both been-”

With a swift backhand strike, the bodyguard who was speaking promptly passed out.

going to work. We have so much cash here. Without a ship to coordinate, it’ll be

also realized that issue. Arnold’s men were constantly watching

and distract them. As soon as the pipeline

immediately shook her head. “No. If Arnold finds out

cover my face and stay

can’t possibly defeat so many people alone. It’s only a matter of

head slightly, locking eyes with her. “I swear I will do my best. Right now, this is the

hand, still shaking

pinpoint the reason she was so insistent. Her fear of something happening to him far outweighed that of the mission failing, yet she

witnessing that scene grew increasingly anxious and tried to dissuade him. “Mr. Russell, you really shouldn’t go. It’s too dangerous.

“I can go, too!”

“Me, too!”

Dexter said somberly, “You all have a more important

the

Regardless of whether the cash can be moved, I must ensure your safety first.” Dexter suddenly called her by her

parted her lips. “No. I’m the one Arnold is looking for, so no matter what, I need to stay

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