CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY-FIVE - Threats to Claire’s Safety

Robert nodded in agreement. "But we need to be smart about this. These people are powerful and well-connected. One wrong move, and they could slip through our fingers." As they discussed various approaches, a risky but potentially effective plan began to take shape. Agent Donovan leaned forward, her eyes intense as she outlined the idea. "We need to set up a sting operation," she said. "And for that, we need bait." All eyes in the room turned to Claire. She felt a chill run down her spine as she realized what Agent Donovan was suggesting. "Me?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper. Agent Donovan nodded. "You're the perfect candidate, Claire. You have insider knowledge of the company, and they already see you as a threat. If we play this right, we might be able to lure out one of the big fish." Mason immediately protested. "No way. It's too dangerous. They've already tried to kill her once!" Claire placed a calming hand on Mason's arm. Despite her fear, she knew that this