Chapter 118 The Unexpected Ally

The days following the FBI’s involvement were tense, each moment weighted with the anticipation of what might come next. Kai had taken every precaution to ensure our safety, doubling the security around the house and the office. Yet, despite these efforts, a sense of vulnerability lingered, like we were standing on the edge of a precipice, waiting for the ground to give way beneath us. It was during this uneasy period that an unexpected development occurred—one that would change the course of our battle against the criminal network we had uncovered. I was in the middle of preparing lunch when the doorbell rang. It was unusual for anyone to show up unannounced, especially with the heightened security measures in place. I wiped my hands on a towel and made my way to the front door, feeling a flicker of anxiety. The man who stood on our doorstep was someone I had never seen before. He was tall, with a muscular build and sharp, calculating eyes. His dark hair was neatly combed, and he w