David stayed inside the safe house all morning. He did not go near the windows. Xavier had warned him that more planted evidence had surfaced inside the FBI. The new files showed fake bank transfers and photos that made it look like David was working with Aragua. Some agents were now openly suspicious of him.
Xavier sat at the table with a cup of coffee. “They called me in again today. I defended you, but they are starting to believe the lies. You need to stay hidden here for a while. Limit your movements. No more going out during the day.”
David nodded and looked down at his hands. “I knew Vargas would do this. He wants me out of the game. I will stay low. But we cannot stop the work. The team still has to move.”
Xavier agreed. “Sarah and Riley will handle the street stuff. You direct
