Chapter 96

• I never imagined I'd find myself in the heart of a high-stakes poker game on a swanky yacht in Monaco. But here I am, living a reality that would have felt more like fiction a few months ago. Back then, Nathan and I were pretending to be a happily married couple, now we’re posing as high-rolling strangers, all to dismantle a criminal empire.
• Adjusting my designer dress, I can feel the subtle weight of the hidden microphone against my skin. Nathan's eyes meet mine across the poker table, and he gives me a slight nod. To the rest of the room, it looks like a casual glance between two players. But I can sense the concern behind his eyes, silently asking if I'm okay.
• I think I am. The past few weeks have been a whirlwind since our narrow escape from Bora Bora. We've been constantly on the move, staying a step ahead of our pursuers, piecing together intel and making key connections. And now, here we are, deep in the lair of the beast.