Chapter 225

Sitting by the open window, Gia could hear the distant sound of breaking waves and the soft aroma of salt from the calm sea breeze. The calm atmosphere along Mombasa's shoreline stood in stark contrast to the turbulent thoughts racing through her head.

She picked up her phone and nervously tapped her fingers against the screen to dial Paul's number. He was the only experienced investigator she could rely on to help her solve the complex riddles surrounding Ejay's bewildering reappearance. He was also a friend she trusted.

Gia's mind raced as the phone rang. She couldn't shake the mysterious circumstances surrounding Ejay's purported death and reappearance. Her interaction with the General had just confirmed her misgivings, as his evasiveness had piqued her interest and caused her to become concerned.

The General's cautions rang in her head like a menacing refrain, but they also strengthened her resolve to find out what was going on. She struggled with feelings of lo