Hannah took a moment topose herself before responding, “We live in a society governed byw now.


    We can’t take matters into our own hands and risk legal repercussions.


    ”


    Clive ran a hand through his hair, frustration evident.


    “Then what do you suggest? They won’t admit to anything, and we can’t do anything to them.N?vel(D)rama.Org''s content.


    ”


    “I have a n, which is why I’ve called upon your assistance,” Hannah exined.


    “Clive, you have extensive connections.


    Leak to a few specific individuals the news that a research in Saul Campbell’s research institute is about to seed,” she instructed.


    She then directed her attention to Maloney.


    “Do you still have contacts of those fake researchers?”


    “Sure,” Maloney replied.


    “Give Clive their contact information.


    ” Hannah added, “And Clive, make sure they don’t suspect anything.


    ”


    Clive affirmed, “I’ll handle it.


    I’ll be discreet.


    ”


    She continued, “Once they take the bait, inform them that the buyer is willing to offer a good price, but he is cautious and knowledgeable about biological medicine.


    ”


    “Understood,” Clive affirmed.


    “Are we aiming for a straightforward capture?”


    “Yes,” Hannah affirmed, her expression grave.


    “We can’t afford to wait around.


    Apply pressure and expedite the process.


    ”


    Clive assured her, “Consider it done.


    I know what to do.


    ”


    As their conversation neared its end, Maloney inquired, “What’s my role in all of this?”


    Hannah turned to him, patting his shoulder reassuringly.


    “Just y the fool.


    ”


    The term didn’t sit well with Maloney, but he kept his thoughts to himself.


    With their ns in motion, Hannah handed Clive a new phone number.


    “I won’t change this number.


    Contact me on this if you need to reach me.


    ”


    “Got it,” Clive acknowledged as he escorted them out into the darkness.


    Once they were gone, Hannah motioned for Dotson and Maloney to get into the car first.


    She had some final words for Clive.


    As they stood at the door, Hannah queried, “Where is that ind you mentioned earlier?”


    Clive hesitated before responding, “Let’s leave the past behind, Miss Moore.


    There’s nothing to gain from dredging up old memories.


    ”


    Contrite for his earlier behavior, Clive offered an apology, “I was in a bad mood earlier.


    Mr.


    Vargas made some mistakes too.


    I apologize for my outburst.


    ”


    “We can’t simply brush it aside,” Hannah insisted.


    “I might have overlooked it before, but now that I’m aware, I won’t turn a blind eye.


    ”


    Clive shook his head, resigned.


    “It’s futile.


    The ind was ted for auction not long ago, and the person in charge will be changed soon.


    ”


    An ind up for auction?


    The notion struck a chord with Hannah.


    It felt eerily familiar, reminiscent.


    “Is this ind located in Palmetan?” she inquired.


    Clive appeared taken aback.


    “Miss Moore, you know about that?”


    “One of my acquaintances is interested in bidding on that ind and has invited me to attend the auction with her,” Hannah exined.


    Clive’s smile was rueful.


    “What a coincidence! But please, Miss Moore, let it be.


    There’s no need to get involved.


    ”


    Hannah remained silent, retrieving a card from her pocket and handing it to Clive.


    “There’s sixty million dors loaded onto this card.


    Give it to Franklyn as a temporary measure.


    Let him know that I’m aware of what transpired on that ind.


    ”


    “No!” He protested.


    “I can’t ept this card!”


    “It’s meant for Franklyn, not you,” Hannah rified, pushing the card back toward Clive.


    “Just make sure you convey my message to him.


    ”