Chapter 602:
Had he foreseen this, he might have reconsidered his decision to aid Rhys, spurred only by the bonds of an old friendship.
Sprague was just about to go after Harlee to say something more when his phone buzzed insistently. It was a call from Baldrickâs private number.
With a sigh, Sprague pressed the phone to his ear and answered with a furrowed brow.
âBaldrick?â
Baldrickâs tone carried a note of urgency.
âSprague, this situation might escalate beyond what weâve anticipated. Meet me at the C320 military base as soon as possible!â
Sprague instantly realized the gravity of the call.
Baldrickâs unwavering calm was typically unbreakable unless the circumstances were dire. Recognizing the severity, Sprague responded promptly, âUnderstood. Iâm on my way!â
Sprague hurried, aware that any delay would jeopardize a critical national security operation involving the National Aerospace Agency.
Meanwhile, Harlee received an intriguing update from Ritchie.
âIâve forwarded the details on the Gruinia syndicate. Something about it doesnât quite add up. Please review it at your earliest convenience.â
âMoreover, concerning Lindsay, Iâve compiled all the necessary evidence. We can proceed with her arrest at your command.â
Harlee pondered over the information, her expression marked by concern as she sat beside Rhysâ hospital bed. The layers of complexity surrounding the syndicateâs dealings deepened the mystery.
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After a moment of reflection, she typed back, âIâll manage the syndicate issues.
Coordinate with Tonya and set up a comprehensive live broadcast. I intend for Lindsayâs downfall to be public, ensuring she faces the repercussions of her actions before a nationwide audience.â
âAbsolutely, Iâll get everything set up for a significant broadcast.â As Ritchie typed, his smile broadened with anticipation of the unfolding drama.
At 8 p.m., inside the VIP suite at Bellflower Hospital, thanks to the medication Tonya had administered, Rhysâ condition was improving at an astonishing rate.
Barely an hour after his surgery, he felt significantly stronger than before.
Harlee had gone to check on Clint and Tiffany. Taking advantage of her absence, Rhys, a man who prided himself on staying clean, pushed himself upright with determination, intending to freshen up with a shower and a hair wash.
As Rhys stepped toward the shower area, Harlee unexpectedly returned. She stopped in her tracks, staring at him with an amused expression.
He froze, looking as though heâd been caught sneaking out after curfew, and her laughter filled the room.
Walking over to Rhys, Harlee gently guided him toward the specially designed patient bathing station. Rhys stayed completely silent, not daring to provoke her further.
His impulsive trip to the suburbs despite his injuries had already strained their relationship, and he was terrified of saying or doing anything else to upset her.
âYou can wash your hair, but forget about the shower,â Harlee said curtly as she adjusted the water temperature.
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