Chapter 153 A Spark in the Dark

Olivia took a deep breath, her voice dropping to a conspiratorial whisper. "The consortium has a security contractor they use for their more sensitive projects. A company called Blackwatch. I know someone who works for them - a young tech whiz named Ben. He was idealistic when I recruited him, but the consortium has a way of turning idealists into yes-men." A flicker of hope sparked in John's eyes. "Can you contact him? Plant a seed of doubt? Maybe he can get us some intel from the inside." Olivia nodded slowly. "It's a long shot, but it's worth a try. I haven't spoken to him in years, but I know how to reach him." John felt a surge of renewed optimism. With Olivia's insider information, Sarah's satellite image, and Elena's impending data breach, they were finally starting to build a solid case against the consortium. They were on the verge of exposing their web of deceit, but the closer they got, the tighter the consortium's grip became. As the days passed, the tension in the apar