Chapter 424

In matters involving confidential information, investigations without solid proof are usually discreet and protracted, often dragging on for months before yielding any concrete results. Andrew, however, remained unperturbed, reclining casually and allowing his phone to broadcast the conversation for all to hear. About a minute passed before a voice said, "We've confirmed it. Derek Foster attended the recent meetings." The mention of Derek's name made both Lucas and Charlie exchange startled looks. Derek was Charlie's uncle and a military advisor—the very source of the information Charlie had received earlier. The fact that Andrew had managed to get this intel so quickly left Charlie momentarily stunned. He realized he had underestimated Andrew—though, just as quickly, he tried to convince himself otherwise. Charlie's phone began to ring before anyone could process what was happening. He pulled it out and stared at the screen. His heart skipped a beat when he saw "Uncle Derek" on t