Chapter 171 Sunshine and Justice

"An arcade after midnight," Olivia muttered, her voice heavy with apprehension. "This sounds like something out of a bad movie." John chuckled humorlessly. "It feels more like we're slipping down a rabbit hole," he admitted. "But we have no choice.The backdoor could be our only shot at exposing the consortium." Marie, her hand resting on John's arm, offered a reassuring smile. "We'll face whatever comes our way," she said, her voice firm. "Together." They hailed a cab, the silence in the car broken only by the rhythmic tapping of the rain on the roof. As they navigated the deserted streets, heading towards their pre-arranged meeting point, a sense of foreboding hung heavy in the air. The abandoned arcade, nestled in a forgotten corner of the city, loomed before them like a skeletal ghost. Its once vibrant neon signs flickered weakly, casting distorted shadows across the cracked pavement. A sense of decay and neglect hung heavy in the air, adding to the oppressive atmosphere. "Are