Captain Arale’s eyes narrowed, suspicion and greed warring within him. The promise of valuable loot was tempting, but his instincts warned him of potential deceit. After a tense moment, he nodded, agreeing to follow Adam but keeping his weapon trained on him.
Adam led the way, weaving through the ship’s maze of containers. Each step was deliberate, guiding them deeper into his trap. He maintained a steady pace, giving nothing away, while remaining acutely aware of every sound and shadow.