Chapter48:Chapter 48

Chapter 48 CELESTE I could see them slowly processing this information, looking both doubtful yet hopeful at the same time if that was possible. My workers began gently guiding them toward the dormitories I'd had built. They were clean, big and meant to be used for comfortable stay. It was nothing like the cages they were made to endure. When the victims were all gone and out of sight, I finally allowed myself to sag slightly, no longer needing to keep a strong facade up. "Another successful rescue," Alina said quietly, coming to stand beside me. "Fifty more lives saved," I agreed with her nodding my head but still feeling useless and helpless because I knew I could be doing more. "But how many more are still out there? How many more shipments will there be before we can shut this down permanently?" "We're making a difference," Alina reminded me gently, placing a hand on my shoulder as she added confidently. "Every person we save is a victory." She was right, but some days th