The large ship docked, and numerous small boats were awaiting at the pier. When Dexter arrived, the dock was completely sealed off, eerily quiet. Caleb had made thorough preparations.

Wayne stepped out of the car, his gaze drifting toward a ship in the distance. He clicked his tongue, remarking, “It seems you’re still wary of me, Mr. Russell. Today is a workday, so the dock should be bustling with people at this hour.”

Dexter also gazed into the distance. “This wasn’t my doing.”

Wayne pulled out a pack of Marlboro from his pocket, lit one up, and took a puff. “In that case, I’ll have to trouble you to make the arrangements.”

Arnold’s brows furrowed in concern as he shook his head at Dexter. His phone buzzed after receiving a message from Caleb. He handed it over to Dexter.

The message read: Absolutely do not agree! That ship is rigged with explosives. We’re all doomed if he dares to act!

Dexter took the phone, typing swiftly: He wouldn’t dare. Let the person in.

“Mr. Russell, it’s crucial that we’re dealing with ordinary civilians. Otherwise, there’s no point in continuing this conversation,” Wayne began.

This was a blatant threat.

Dexter added a line as he texted: Don’t send in too many plain-clothes police officers.

message was

remained silent throughout, simply staring blankly at

in. Some boarded ships to set sail, others began to conduct their business, while some started to haul their

the others were quickly

his lips, “It seems you’re gradually starting to trust me,

he said, “I believe you wouldn’t act recklessly. Choosing mutual destruction in such a situation isn’t

the years, it has accomplished many great things for me. I simply cannot bear to watch

out as he continued, “How about

ship, Arnold was standing there, holding a

up here indicated that he still

mention that he had

“What?”

mean is, you

Arnold’s tool? Is it worth it

deny it at all. “Even raising a dog brings about

of his lips, Dexter was about to step forward, but was held back by Arnold. In a hushed tone, he warned, “Don’t. Once you go up there, you won’t be able to come

very pleasant,” Dexter said, glancing at

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