Collin was unlikely to argue with the Dark Knights again but was sometimes impulsive. Hence, Bonnie thought she should remind him to avoid clashing with them.
“I understand, Chief,” Collin replied, “So, when will we begin the operation?”
“Calm down. I think Falcon and Billy have agreed on how to deal with me. Let’s wait for their move. Once I pass the test, we’ll move on to the next phase.” Bonnie was anxious to retrieve the chip and return to Ivor. However, it was a tricky situation to deal with.
‘We should take it slow, or I’ll slip and mess everything up. I’ll stop thinking about how to speed things up. What matters is that everything goes smoothly. It’s only a matter of time before I get the chip back.’
“They’re still trying to figure you out?” Collin felt a headache coming on. “Billy’s a skeptic, and now Falcon is doubting your identity. We don’t know how they’ll test you. It’s too dangerous for you to stay there.”
Bonnie sighed and said, “I’m not in danger since Billy values me. It’s no big deal if I can pass their test. I can’t help it if they decide to test me. I’ll cross that bridge when I get there.”
“Stay safe, Chief. Just text me when we can start the operation. I’ll bring our men to back you up immediately.” Collin could only give Bonnie his utmost support to pass Falcon’s test.
“You don’t need to remind me, Collin. I know what I must do.” Bonnie massaged her temples. “I’ll hang up now. I need to rest to have the energy to deal with their tests.”
Before hanging up, Collin replied, “Understood.”
…
Meanwhile, Floyd grew angry as he drove. He recalled how Collin treated Ivor and said, “Collin is keeping his guard up as if we’re the bad guys. Why can’t he just tell us what’s happening? It’s not like he has anything to lose.”
‘Collin hates seeing me, and the feeling’s mutual! As far as I’m concerned, he’s stubborn and doesn’t know what’s good for him.’
Ivor glanced sideways at Floyd and said, “It’s pointless to keep talking about it.”
Floyd frowned at his boss, saying, “Do you honestly believe them, Mr. Ivor? Don’t you think they acted without checking with us? Don’t tell me you believe their claims about it being their internal issues.”
Floyd did not believe the Nidhoggs. After all, they would not have tried so hard to hide things from the Dark Knights if the former were handling personal affairs.
Ivor calmly replied, “None of that matters.”
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