Chapter Twenty-Three

As Viper and Shadow continued to strategize inside the car, they decided to wait until darkness blanketed the area. The cover of the night would offer them more protection from potential security measures.

Viper grinned. "I've got a few tricks up my sleeve. I always carry lock-picking tools, just in case."

Shadow raised an eyebrow. "You're full of surprises, Viper. Let's hope we won't need to use them, but it's good to have a backup plan."

“Let’s just keep waiting for the dark.”

Inside the mansion, Ryan had been contemplating whether or not to open up to Mr. Evans about the unsettling events from earlier that day. He decided it was time to share his concerns.

"Mr. Evans," Ryan began, his voice hesitant. "I need to tell you something that happened today."

Mr. Evans turned his attention to Ryan, concern etched across his face. "Of course, Ryan. You can talk to me about anything."

Ryan took a deep breath. "When I went out today, I bumped into a lady with her child, and it was stran