Alex exchanged a worried glance with Daniel. "We need to get everyone off this ship," she said. "Now."
Daniel nodded, his mind racing. "Ethan, do what you can," he ordered over the comms. "But prepare for a full evacuation. We can't take any chances."
Ethan swallowed hard. "Understood," he replied, his voice tight with urgency.
Victor took a step forward, his hands raised in mock surrender. "So what's it going to be, Agent?" he taunted. "Save yourselves or try to be heroes?"
Daniel's jaw clenched. "We're not leaving until this ship is secure," he said. He glanced at Alex. "You start the evacuation. I'll deal with him."
Alex hesitated, her eyes searching his face. "Daniel—"
He gave her a small, reassuring smile. "Go," he insisted. "I'll be right behind you."