Chapter 74

I approached Jax, my trusted colleague, hoping to share my suspicions about Agent Nasir. As I asked if he had noticed anything strange about Nasir, he gave me a puzzled look before shaking his head.

“No, Alex, I haven’t noticed anything out of the ordinary,” Jax replied, his voice laced with confusion. “Why? Is something bothering you?”

I took a deep breath, trying to gather my thoughts. It was frustrating to feel like I was the only one seeing the potential threat looming within our ranks. “I can’t shake this feeling, Jax. I believe Nasir might be compromised. There are inconsistencies in his background, and his recent questioning about Talisca and his proposition for me to personally guard the cell... It just doesn’t sit right with me.”

Jax let out a chuckle, his tone slightly patronizing. “Alex, I understand you’re still reeling from the loss of Elera. It’s natural to feel on edge. But sometimes, grief can cloud our judgment. Maybe you need a break, some time of