Chapter 74

"Millie, are you listening?" Thomas asked, noticing Millie's silence after he finished speaking.

It took Millie a while to come back to her senses. She gripped her phone tightly. Her palm was drenched in cold sweat.

"Yes… I'm listening. I'll talk to Pierce. I understand your point. Sacrificing one person could save many others."

"It's not about sacrifice. We ensure the bait's safety through proper measures. In special circumstances, we handle things differently. William is not just any smuggler, and both Pierce and I are retired professionals. Sometimes, unconventional methods are necessary."

"I understand. I'll talk to him."

"You're always so understanding, Millie. Thank you."

As soon as the call ended, Millie leaned against the wall, feeling weak.

She didn't want to be used as bait. She didn't want to go through another terrifying experience. Despite their protection, she was scared. What if something went wrong and they couldn't protect her?

She even had a fleeting thought o