Chapter 502

Vivian's fingers tightened around the steering wheel.

The sudden ringtone shattered the silence inside the car.

"We've got a lead," Isabella's voice came through the speaker. "We've located where they're holding Liam."

"Coordinates?"

"A secret base near the R-country border." A pause. "It's bad. If we delay any longer—"

"Book the earliest flight," Vivian cut in.

"Shouldn't we strategize first?"

"No time." Her tone left no room for argument. "Just Lucas and I will go. We'll plan midair."

She glanced at the rearview mirror and made a sharp U-turn.

At the airport terminal, Lucas stood waiting, posture rigid.

"Vivian." His gaze burned with determination.

She studied him. "This is dangerous."

"You saved my life." His voice remained steady.

"Your life belongs to you alone." Her brows furrowed. "You always have a choice."

Lucas smiled. "I choose to go with you."

Onboard, Vivian spread out the maps.

"High-security compound." She tapped the satellite image. "We'll need reconnaissance first."

"I can infiltrate as a guard," Lucas suggested.

"Too risky." She shook her head. "We'll intercept an isolated patrol."

"What if they're suicide operatives?"

"Then we switch to identity infiltration." Her eyes turned flinty. "You'll be backup. I'm going in."

Lucas jerked upright. "No! Let me—"

"I know the Dark Web better." Her hand clamped his shoulder. "Trust me."

As the plane cut through clouds, Vivian stared out the window.

What condition was Liam in now?

Her fist clenched.

No matter what, she was bringing him home.