46 The Plan

After meeting with Larry tonight, you’ll spread the news that Professor Atlas is preparing to perform surgery in Drill City.” Flora’s plan to lure Axel by spreading news about Professor Atlas performing surgery at Drill City left Kelvin uneasy. He knew Axel’s stronghold lay in that area, making it a risky move. "Why does it have to be Drill City? It’s not big, and it's within Axel's sphere of influence. He's been frequenting that area in recent years. Going to Drill City is like walking into the lion's den. Axel has the resources to investigate fake news." "Don't worry about all that. Just follow through with this. That's precisely why I want you to spread this news. Drill City is Axel's territory, and I want him to go there in person," Flora said confidently, but Kelvin appeared concerned. He understood the gravity of the situation. Drawing Axel to a place where he held power was a risky gambit. But Flora seemed resolute in her plan, confident that Axel would fall