Chapter 154

Franklin felt a sense of hopelessness growing over him. Day after day passed with no chance of escape, and every attempt to involve Amanda's men in his plans ended in failure. This time, Franklin tried again when they delivered food to him.

A man with a stocky build and hard face walked into the gloomy room, carrying a tray of unappetizing food. Franklin saw this opportunity and approached the man with cautious steps.

"Hey, listen," Franklin began, his voice a whisper despite his efforts to sound convincing, "I know you don't get paid enough for this. Amanda may be paying you, but I can give you double. Don't you want more than just this?"

The man looked at Franklin with cold eyes, not a hint of interest showing on his face. "Double?" He chuckled, the sound low and mocking. "You think I'm that cheap?"

Franklin tried to suppress his frustration, realizing that this direct approach might not work. "It's not about cheap or not," Franklin tried again, this time his voice more pleading, "I