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.

was successfully

take risks, but Wayne remained silent throughout, simply staring blankly at the sunrise. The sunrise at the sea, always so

in. Some boarded ships to set sail, others began to conduct their

others were quickly engulfed

A smirk played on his lips, “It seems

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

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

out as he continued, “How about we head up for

the bow of the ship, Arnold

showed up here indicated that he still

mention that he

“What?”

mean is, you should go

Is

“Even raising a dog

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

merely visiting Wayne’s business. Your words aren’t very pleasant,” Dexter said, glancing at Wayne, who responded with a

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