I didn’t speak for a long while, the silence stretching between us until Seraphina’s voice broke in, smooth but laced with curiosity.
“Captain Kael… are you still there?”
I drew in a breath, steadying myself. “Yes, I’m here. Tell the President not to worry. If this is about Mia, then he has nothing to fear. I’ll make sure nothing happens to her.”
There was a pause, then her voice softened with rare sincerity. “Thank you, Kael.”
But before she could end the call, I added, “I also have something to ask you, Miss Seraphina.”
Her tone lifted, amused. “You’re free to go on. Ask anything you want.”
“It’s about the Delacroix contract,” I said firmly. “I believe that company can execute it. If it can be granted… it would mean a lot.”
She didn’t hesitate. “That will not be a problem. I’ll pr
