Chapter 164

• Carter let out a tired sigh as he finally reached his room. The dim light from the bedside lamp cast a warm glow over the familiar space, inviting him to just collapse onto the bed and let sleep claim him.
• Just as he was about to sink into the comfort of his bed, his phone pierced the silence of the room with its insistent ringing. Carter frowned, glancing at the screen to see the name "Garrett" flashing back at him. Concern pricked at Carter's fatigue as he answered the call.
• "Hello, Garrett. It's late, what's going on?" Carter's voice was laced with a mix of weariness and professional concern.