Chapter 89: Agenda Revealed

The stale air hung heavy in the interrogation room as Tiago rose from his chair. "Don't worry, Fernandez," Tiago said finally, his voice laced with a hint of amusement. "Your daughter will be on a plane out of the country before the day is done. Consider it a… token of appreciation for your cooperation." Jose hesitated for a moment, his eyes flitting nervously. Relief flickered across his features, momentarily eclipsing the fear that had been etched there. "Very well," he finally conceded, his voice hoarse. "Thank you." A flicker of satisfaction crossed Tiago's face, quickly replaced by a steely indifference. He turned towards the guards flanking the doorway. "Take him back to the interrogation room," he instructed, his voice devoid of emotion. Charles watched Tiago with a mixture of curiosity and apprehension. "Are you sure you won't stay a bit longer, Mr. Alarcão?" he ventured, his voice laced with a hint of pleading. Tiago raised an eyebrow, a hint of a smirk playi