CHAPTER 170 THE WARNING

Michael's eyes narrowed as he stared at the phone's screen, displaying the "not reachable" message. He tried calling Maria back, again and again, but the result was the same. Frustration crept in, his mind racing with questions. Why had Maria contacted him only to disappear into thin air? Was she playing a game, or was she in danger too? The uncertainty only strengthened his resolve to rescue With a deep breath, Michael approached the airfield, his eyes scanning the area for any signs of suspicious activity. The sun was setting, casting a golden glow over the runway, but Michael's instincts remained on high alert. As he walked towards the private jet, he noticed a figure lurking in the shadows. Ethan. Michael's heart raced with anticipation. What had Ethan discovered? "Ethan, what's going on?" Michael asked, his voice low and urgent. Ethan stepped forward, his eyes locked onto Michael's. "I've got something, Mike. Something big." Michael's mind raced with possibilities. "What is i