Third Person's POV
Cliff, alongside the Los Angeles security forces, tracked the kidnappers to the docks.
A single ship was anchored there. Elliot remarked, "Alpha Cliff, these kidnappers likely plan to flee with the ransom."
"We can't let them escape!"
Cliff said, his gaze locked on the vessel. "Vanya is still on board. Hand over the money and demand they release her immediately!"
"But Alpha Cliff, that's five million dollars!"
Elliot protested, his face pale. "The Todd family has numerous projects requiring funding. Losing this money could halt many initiatives, leading to immeasurable losses."
"Enough chatter! Do as I say!" Cliff barked.
"Alpha Cliff..." Elliot hesitated.
"Nothing matters more than Vanya's life! Is that clear?" Cliff's voice brooked no dissent.
Elliot finally
