David stayed completely inside the safe house for two full days. He did not step near any windows. He kept the lights low in the back room and moved only when necessary. Xavier brought him updates every few hours. The FBI pressure was getting worse. New planted files had appeared. They showed fake reports that made it look like David was working against the agency itself.
Xavier sat down across from him with a serious face. “They called another meeting today. Some agents are saying you went rogue. The planted files are convincing a lot of people. Riley and I covered for you again. We said you were on a special assignment out of town, but they are starting to doubt even that.”
David rubbed his face. He looked tired. “Vargas is good at this. He wants me taken out from the inside. I have to
