After reviewing the document, Jared asked Nicole, "What are you planning to do with this?""I'd like to give it a try," Nicole nodded. With previous experience in designing weapons and intelligent robots, this task didn't seem particularly challenging to her.Reggie's file was more of a conceptual design than a complete plan. While most of its main ideas were solid, it needed further refinement, explaining Reggie's dissatisfaction."If you're interested, go for it," Jared said softly with a smile, handing the file back to Nicole.Considering her interest, Jared thought, 'Whether it leads to success or failure, it's all acceptable.'"Alright," Nicole said with a smile, setting the file aside. She then looped her arm through Jared's, adding, "But there's no rush. What's urgent now is lunch."A doting smile crossed Jared's face as he replied, "Okay, let's go eat."Holding her tender hand, Jared led Nicole out of the room.Top of Form"We won't eat in hotel this afternoon. Let's g
After finishing their meal, Nicole and Jared, hand in hand, left the eatery, heading back to their hotel.Along the way, the man who had been watching them did not follow.Nicole, puzzled, murmured, "What does he really want?"Jared, holding her soft hand, glanced at Nicole and said, "We'll find out soon."Blinking, Nicole realized, "You've had someone keeping an eye on him."Jared's voice carried a hint of coldness, "Since he's deliberately getting close to you, he must have a purpose."He was not about to take this lightly, alert to even the slightest hint or clue.Feeling a sense of warmth, Nicole slightly smiled. "Then let's wait for the results."She too was suspicious of the man but didn't want to investigate just yet, preferring to observe more. Perhaps he would reveal his true intentions soon.Jared's direct and straightforward approach was effective.Upon entering their hotel room, it wasn't long before someone knocked on their door.Opening it, they were greeted by
Nicole instinctively glanced toward the door as Zane stepped in, a subtle smile playing on his lips."Why are you here?" Nicole asked, a hint of surprise in her voice.Approaching them, Zane replied with a light smile, "Of course, to coordinate with you both."Hearing Zane's words, Nicole looked up at Jared, realizing he was the one who had asked Zane to come.Jared offered a gentle smile and turned to Zane. "Have a seat."After sitting down, Zane got straight to the point, "Scorpio's side should have a result tonight.""Are we wrapping it up?" Nicole's eyes widened in surprise. Things were moving faster than she expected."The evidence has been gathered, and I've already notified Pisces. Pisces will contact Max," Zane informed them.Nicole nodded, "That's good. Wrapping things up early is a wise move."If they continued, they would face Scorpio and Lawrence. If Scorpio could be dealt with, Lawrence would be left isolated and easier to handle. Despite their disagreements, they
Nicole handed the modified 'little button' to Adolph. "Return it to him," she instructed.Adolph nodded, understanding her intent. "Yes."As Adolph left with the device, Nicole turned to Zane. "How many people did you bring?"Zane replied, "A small team, and another team nearby on a different mission can assist if needed.""With our people, that should be enough," Nicole said, thinking about the completeness of their plan.Zane suggested, "Let's have a female team member accompany you. Someone skilled, with a local identity, so as not to arouse suspicion."Nicole glanced at Jared and then nodded. "Okay."She felt that being alone might make her an easier target, but understanding Jared's concerns, she agreed. Her current physical abilities weren't as sharp as before, and she wasn't certain she could handle a crisis alone. It was better to have someone with her.Zane had chosen someone carefully, ensuring the selection wouldn't raise suspicions.Nicole added, "All she needs is
"Understood," Max replied, aware that Jared and Nicole's situation was also nearing resolution.Jared hung up the phone and looked toward Nicole."Max's operation was a success," Nicole said, having a good idea of what it entailed."Yes, Scorpio and his men have been captured," Jared confirmed.A cold smile touched Nicole's lips, "They never expected to be caught themselves while plotting to capture me."Earlier, Max had reported, and Pisces had informed them that Scorpio planned to gather his men tonight. They aimed to strike at Nicole and Jared at the airport when they returned.It was indeed a golden opportunity, as Nicole and Jared would be vulnerable at the airport. An attack there would leave them isolated and in danger."Now that we've acted first, everything has turned out well. San Joto is safe too," Nicole thought aloud."Let's discuss other matters when we return. We need to quickly resolve our current situation," Jared said, his eyes reflecting a sense of urgency.
"Let's get going," Nicole said decisively.Setting down her water bottle, she looked toward the person closest to her. In a sudden change of expression, she stood up abruptly and headed off.Those men must've realized Nicole had spotted them. They all rushed at once, someone yelling, "Catch her!""Ah!" Paige screamed, holding her head with both hands, feigning terror.Nicole kept running, attempting to escape.Some chased Nicole, while another grabbed Paige, shouting, "Stop, or she's in trouble!""It's not my problem; I don't know her. I'm just a tour guide!" Paige acted scared, face pale, pleading for mercy.Nicole halted and turned back, irritated. "Leave her out of this."Seeing it worked, the leader smugly said, "Come quietly, or you know what will happen.""Release her, and I'll go with you," Nicole said, though she didn't budge."Think we're fools? If we let her go, you'll run," the leader retorted. "Take them both.""Yeah," someone agreed, moving to grab Nicole.She
A sharp shout interrupted their movements. "Who's there?""Take them all down!" Adolph shouted back, aware that time was even more of the essence now.With discovery, stealth was unnecessary. The group leaped into action, engaging in a fierce melee. The sounds of the fight echoed inside the building."What's happening out there?" the leader of the captors asked, frowning."Somebody's here, not sure who. They're tough, definitely skilled," someone nervously reported. "Could we have been discovered?""How could anyone find this place!" the leader snapped, his face pale with anger.Silence followed as they realized they had company.Nicole exchanged a glance with Paige, understanding that Adolph and Zane must have arrived. Subtly nodding in agreement, they began secretly working on the ropes binding their hands. Soon enough, the knots were undone, and with a flick of her wrist, Nicole dropped the ropes.Flexing their wrists, they launched an attack on the leader before their capto
Even though the victory they had nearly grasped was slipping away, Adolph remained calm. He stopped and formed a protective circle with his men around Nicole.'You want us all to die?' Adolph's eyes locked onto the opponent, cold.Focused, he observed the enemy's remote control. Sacrificing himself was an option, but Nicole's safety was non-negotiable.'Not bad as a backup plan, huh?' scoffed one of the Eastern Falcon's men, ready to face death.'Press it and save us time,' Nicole replied calmly, unfazed.Taken aback, the Eastern Falcon member provocatively said, 'Dying alongside you would be worth it.'Nicole shook her head. 'No, only you're dying today.'The Eastern Falcon member realized something was off. 'Why is she so calm?''What have you done?' he asked, foreboding taking over.Aware that Nicole must have done something, despite signal jamming, they had planned around her capabilities. 'But will we still fail?'A slight smile on Nicole's face as she replied, "Why don'