⚔️ Chapter 42: The Confrontation
Elara was left alone in the cold, sterile observation room, staring at the restrained figure of Marcus Thorne. Her mind was reeling from the revelation: Allegra, the seemingly fragile wife, was the true co-conspirator, meticulously planning Caspian's downfall.
The New Interrogation
Elara picked up the secure phone and activated the external speaker in the interrogation room. Her voice, amplified and authoritative, startled Thorne.
"Marcus Thorne," Elara began, her voice steady. "Caspian Vance has left the premises. He is dealing with the 'internal threat.' I am now in command of this operation. You have thirty seconds to decide if you cooperate with me or face indefinite containment."
Thorne looked up, his expression shifting from defiance to cautious
