CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND SIXTY-SEVEN: UNDERCOVER INVESTIGATION

Finally, just as Claire thought she couldn't take the suspense any longer, her phone buzzed. She exchanged a quick glance with Mason before excusing herself to check the message. It was from Sergei, confirming that someone had entered their cabin. Claire's hands shook slightly as she relayed the information to Mason. Without a word, they made their excuses and hurried out of the casino, trying not to draw attention to their sudden departure. They met Sergei and his team in the corridor outside their cabin. The security chief's face was unreadable as he nodded to them. "We've secured the area. Are you ready to go in?" Claire took a deep breath and nodded, her heart pounding in her chest. Mason squeezed her hand reassuringly as Sergei opened the door. The cabin appeared undisturbed at first glance, but as they moved further in, it became clear that someone had indeed been there. The fake jewelry they had left out was gone, just as they had anticipated. But the thief had left behind s