The hacker swallowed hard as she stared at the open car door. She couldn't yet see Mr. X's face, but the mere thought of meeting him in person sent a strange mix of fear and excitement through her.
Adrian watched her for a moment, analyzing her reaction before nodding toward the car.
"Get in."
She hesitated.
"And if I refuse?"
Adrian didn't answer immediately. He calmly placed a hand on his earpiece and signaled one of the soldiers in the background. Within seconds, she understood that she didn't really have a choice.
"This is a polite invitation. But you can always test the less polite version if you want."
She sighed, then raised her hands in surrender.
"Alright, alright. No need to bring out the handcuffs."
She stepped closer to the car, casting one last glance around her before slipping inside.
