No Apologies, No Regrets
“You’ve chosen well, Carlstone. I like her.”
“She’s... one of a kind,” Judah said, heart caught in his throat.
That night, Rivas called Judah into his private lounge.
“You’ve proven yourself. Smart. Loyal. Efficient.”
Judah bowed his head slightly, staying in character.
“I’m sending you home,” Rivas said. “Get some rest. In three days, I’ll call you. First shipment leaves for Washington.”
Outside, crickets chirped in the jungle night. Inside, Judah nodded, played the part—and ignored the pit in his gut that whispered: