Chapter 400

"Are you sure this belongs to Michael?" "Absolutely certain. There's identifying information on it—you can check for yourself." "Excellent. When my plan succeeds, you won't be forgotten." "Really? Don’t forget who took the biggest risk for you." "Understood." With that, the black sedan sped out of the parking lot. The man turned and walked back into the hospital, where two fire trucks had just arrived. He immediately began directing the rescue efforts with urgent authority. "Hurry! The fire’s spreading fast!" Firefighters sprang into action, deploying hoses and equipment. The man wiped the sweat from his forehead and exhaled sharply. At last, his job was done—and his problem erased. --- **At the Villa** Michael’s phone rang. The deputy director of the hospital reported an explosion in the biostorage facility funded by the Carter Group. Cleanup was already underway. “Investigate thoroughly. Report any casualties immediately,” Michael commanded, his voice icy as he stood before the floor