"Remind me again why we're bringing them along?" Stephen asked irritated.
"Because she's our only way to access the restricted Theta area," Julius replied with a tired sigh.
"Yeah, but why the hell are her two friends tagging along?!" Stephen's glare shifted pointedly toward Luke and Agatha.
"W–We can't just leave Irisdina by herself!" Agatha stuttered, rushing to defend herself. "Besides, we were already hanging out together…" Her words trailed off as she latched onto the excuse, hoping it sounded convincing.
In truth, the real reason was far less noble. Agatha and Luke were eager to spend time with the World Order operatives, an elite group whose company was a rare privilege. Curiosity about their mission didn't hurt either.
Stephen clicked his tongue at her answer.
"Over here!" Irisdina's clear voice rang she raised her hand to flag down a sleek car gliding toward them. Everyone's attention turned to the road.
