Chapter 17 Clara's Resolve

• The evening passed with a heavy atmosphere as the team gathered for dinner. Clara was determined to focus on their mission, but the encounter with Marcus had left her feeling uneasy. As she sat at the table, her thoughts kept drifting back to his offer and the unsettling way he had looked at her.
• Ethan, now feeling better thanks to Nolan’s antidote, was by Clara’s side, offering her a supportive presence. Despite his efforts to reassure her, Clara couldn’t shake off the feeling of being caught in a web of danger and manipulation.
• Jordan, sensing the tension, tried to lighten the mood. “So, what’s the plan for tomorrow? Any exciting adventures on the horizon?”