Katelyn’s phone suddenly rang, displaying an untraceable virtual number.
Before answering, she launched her reverse tracking software. She needed thirty seconds to trace the caller’s location. Once she took the call, the voice on the other end was as distorted as usual.
“Have you found what I asked for? Time is running out.”
“I’ve uncovered some leads, but first, I need to see my master. Just a brief look to confirm he’s safe, and then I’ll reveal everything I’ve discovered.”
She set her phone on the table, switched on the speaker, and began typing rapidly.
“I’ve dug up enough dirt this time to turn a serious profit for you.”
The caller snapped back impatiently. “I’ve already made it clear, you’re in no position to bargain with me.”
A chill passed through Katelyn’s eyes, and a mocking smile formed on her lips. She continued typing.
“Yet, I possess exactly what you need. Follow my lead, or you’ll get nothing.”
This defiance was new; her previous compliance had only emboldened the caller. But Katelyn’s tone was resolute, hinting she’d uncovered something pivotal.
The caller sensed the change in her. With clenched teeth, the mysterious person replied, “It seems you have little concern for your master.”
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Katelyn eyed the countdown on her screen. Only ten seconds remained. Everything hinged on her ability to stall until the final moment.
“I demand a live feed of my master now. Harm him, and no hiding place will be safe from me.”
The mysterious person paused briefly. Katelyn was his most lucrative asset, and he was reluctant to jeopardize their partnership. Yet, this was his sole leverage over her.
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In comparison, his bargaining power was significantly diminished.
If Katelyn chose to defy him and disregard her master’s safety, it could spell disaster.
“First, tell me about the information you’ve uncovered. The value of what you reveal will determine if I can meet your demands.”
A slight smile touched Katelyn’s lips. She had caught his interest—this gave her leverage. As long as he was interested, she stood a chance.
“I’ve unearthed details from a palace fire over twenty years ago. That should suffice as leverage.”
Though Katelyn spoke calmly, her pulse quickened as the crucial seconds dwindled.
Three. Two. One.
Suddenly, her computer screen displayed a detailed electronic map. A red dot pinpointed the caller’s location.
Katelyn was even more astonished to discover that the mysterious person was currently in Granville, located in the city’s northern sector. Zooming in, Katelyn saw he was in a deserted candy factory.
Once thriving, the factory had failed due to poor management, and its owner had abandoned it, unwittingly providing the perfect hideout for this man.
With his whereabouts confirmed, Katelyn snatched her car keys, ready to confront him.
“The palace fire?”
The voice of the mysterious person grew chillingly sinister.
“That’s compelling. Share your findings, and we’ll discuss a deal.”
“No, you’re not in a position to negotiate,” Katelyn said, throwing his earlier words back at him.
“I’ll give you three seconds. If you refuse, all deals between us are off.”
Confusion tinged his reply.
“You’re not concerned about your master anymore?”
Striding to her car, Katelyn responded, “I do care. Yet, I refuse to be manipulated. If my master knew of the compromises I made for his sake, it would only bring him harm.”
A calculating look crossed the caller’s face.
He scoffed. “Very well, given the significance of what you’ve discovered, I’ll grant your wish.”
Katelyn stopped, her gaze fixed on her phone. A notification pinged—a video from the mysterious number. She clicked on it instantly, and a cold sweat broke over her in the next moment.
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