Chapter 334

Alice’s voice came out with a bit of a sharp edge as she said, “Well, everything in your military world is classified anyway.” The faint smile she had tried to put on stiffened awkwardly. After an awkward pause, she forced herself to speak up. “On New Year’s Eve, during the Level One alert, every single member got a direct order from the Captain. He said no matter what happened, your safety came first—even if it meant letting Nora and her team go.” Her tone was dead serious, no hint of joking. Celeste Harper didn’t look impressed. “Isn’t that kind of expected? I mean, even if I were just a regular hostage, you’d still be obligated to keep me safe, right?” “That’s not what I meant,” Alice cut in, a bit flustered. “I’m trying to say the Captain’s not as indifferent as you think. He really cares. Ava—she could’ve reported back a long time ago. She was the best sniper in all of Yannburgh, yet he kept her next to you. Not for any mission. Just to keep you safe.” “You don’t get to bring up A