Chapter 706:

The tension between Gordon and Amya had been palpable as they watched her every move on the surveillance feed. After Allison cut off the earpiece’s power, they had been glued to the monitor. They had watched her pour coffee over herself, adjust the pipes, and even cut her skin, their brows furrowing in unspoken empathy, as if they could feel her struggle.

Allison remained unfazed. “But I made it out, didn’t I?”

“Consider it a temporary escape,” Gordon replied, his frown still evident. “I have a gut feeling that guy hasn’t given up on suspecting you. He’ll definitely keep an eye on you.”

“Yeah, no doubt,” Allison said, her voice steady. “But as long as I stay under the radar for now, his doubts will eventually fade.”

After tidying up and tending to her wound, Allison made her way back to the second basement level. But when she reached her workstation, it was gone — nothing remained, not even the desk.

desk?” she asked one of the nearby researchers, confusion creeping into

level hadn’t reached the second, and the researchers went about their business

Verruckt’s office as he continued his work. “You must be

moved entirely into Verruckt’s office. What had once been separated by a glass

my desk

you broke the microwave, you’ll need to make amends. A cleaner’s wage won’t cut it, so you’ll be in charge of

Allison said

of papers

smile, added, “Better show some gratitude. A job like this is one many would

Mr. Shaw!” Allison responded with a grin, her expression almost too sincere. Her eyes, however, scanned the files in front

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