“You’re right, Miss Moore.
The attackst night was carried out by individuals from the ind.
”
There was an unsettling feeling in the air.
Previously, Clive had told her about the rampant gambling that took ce on the ind, and she understood that survival meant they would be out of harm’s way.
Yet, why were they now targets of those same ind dwellers?
Noticing her puzzlement, Franklyn exined further, “They are on a search for something.
It was pure chance that we got away.
We only just discovered that a friend of mine had been killed in secret.
They searched him but found nothing, so now they’re after us to reim whatever they Lost.
”
Hannah’s expression grew concerned.
“Any idea what they’re looking for?”
With a bitter smile, Franklyn replied, “If I had any clue, escaping wouldn’t be necessary.
”
Silence fell over Hannah as she digested his words.
He had a point.
If he had known their motive, perhaps they could have avoided this desperate situation.
Changing the subject, she asked, “How are you holding up? Have you managed to shake them off?”
“We’ve got several badly injured associates currently hidden in Safe House No.
1.
There are quite a few of us, and we need to keep a low profile, so I’ve found separate hiding spots for the others who are less injured.
For now, they can’t find us.
”
Hannah felt a slight relief knowing they were momentarily safe.
“And Clive? Is he okay?”
“I sent him to Muvrand two days ago,” Franklyn said.
“For the time being, those people won’t search for him.
They’re really only after me.
”
Hannah reminded Franklyn, “That friend of yours is dead, and now they’re targeting you.
Anyone close to you is at risk.
”
“I understand,” he replied.
A determined glint appeared in Franklyn’s eyes.
“I’ll ensure they’re safe and then I’ll leave for a while.
They won’t be dragged into this.
”
“Hiding won’t help,” Hannah countered.
“Once we hang up, I’ll send you an address.
Get rid of your current SIM card ande to me as soon as you get it.
”
“No!” Franklyn protested vehemently.
“That would put you in danger.
”
“The best thing now is for you to be with me,” Hannah insisted.
“I know how to keep them from finding you.
I have to go to the ind.
If I don’t, my friend will, and I can’t let her go alone.
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After her words, a heavy silence fell.
The wind itself seemed to pause as Franklyn considered the risks of bringing such danger to her doorstep.
Hannah understood his hesitation.
“I’m asking you toe here for personal reasons.
Unless you’re seriously injured, I need you to go to the ind with us.
You know it better than anyone.
”
“My injury is mot a concern,” Franklyn finally said.
“Don’t worry about me.
If you’re going to the ind, I’ming with you.
”
“Alright,” Hannah responded firmly.
“Thene to me.
Come alone.
”
“IT understand.
”
Outside, darkness enveloped everything.
Hannah’s phone remained silent.
Two hourster, the doorbell echoed through the suite.