Chapter 30 The Countdown

• The Countdown
• As Jacks and Charlotte braced themselves for the impending storm, they knew their every move would be scrutinized. The threat from Senator Daniels loomed over them like a dark cloud, but they had no choice but to press on. The night was quiet, but tension crackled in the air.
• In the dimly lit apartment, Jacks paced back and forth, his mind racing. Charlotte sat on the couch, her eyes fixed on the TV screen, but her thoughts were elsewhere.