Chapter 1490
Stepping out of Dr. Grant’s recovery ward, the expressions on the Lancaster men’s faces were grim.
Serena walked at the front, her features cool and impassive.
But everyone knew that the clues Dr. Grant had just revealed p>
As well as the unfinished legacy of Grandma Aria p>
Felt like a sledgehammer slamming heavily against their chests.
For once, Jasper wasn’t joking around.
With his hands shoved deep into his pockets, he trailed at the back of the group. His usually carefree expression was now tainted with a dark, predatory chill. “This damn ghost ship sounds even more sickening than I imagined p>
Jerrick spoke coldly. “Which is exactly why we can’t afford to act recklessly p>
The usual warmth in Julian’s eyes had vanished. “Since Project Zero-Transit only docks for a limited window, there’s absolutely no room for error p>
He turned to look at Serena. “Serena, let’s hold a pre-mission briefing p>
Serena’s expression remained perfectly calm.
There wasn’t a trace of fear in her icy gaze, only an almost apathetic sense of absolute composure.
She gave a slight nod. “Alright p>
Nicholas walked by her side, his beautiful, predatory eyes half-lidded, masking the dark turbulence swirling within.
From the moment Dr. Grant tied Project Zero-Transit to the legacy of the Wynn family, the unease in his chest had multiplied.
Especially seeing Serena acting so unnervingly calm.
The calmer she was, the more anxious he felt.
He knew exactly what Grandma Aria meant to Serena.
Her brilliance deserved to be remembered by her true name, not tarnished by the sickening hypocrisy of the Wynn family.
He knew how deep Serena’s devotion ran.
Her utter stillness terrified him.
Inside the Lancaster family conference room.
The projector displayed all the intelligence they had aggregated.
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Topographical maps of Whitecliffe Harbor, projected rendezvous coordinates for Project Zero-Transit, and key excerpts extracted from The Grant Chronicles.
Everyone sitting around the table wore deeply serious expressions.
At a glance, it looked like a highly disciplined military strategy meeting.
“Dr. Grant didn’t give us much, but it’s enough. Since there are only three categories of people allowed on board p>
Julian stood in front of the screen, his smooth voice steady. “We can solidify our cover identities p>
He tapped the screen. “Since The Raven specifically invited Serena, she’ll board as the primary target p>
“The rest of us will follow as her personal security detail, executive assistants, or tactical advisors p>
Jerrick leaned back in his chair and added, “The Sanctum Vault is our primary objective. If the
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that ship they cannot be allowed to leave the waters of Whitecliffe Harbor p>
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“Once we board, I’ll immediately map the ship’s structural layout and.
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bypass the security mainframes Any priority will be pinpointing the vault p>
Jasper lazily raised a hand. “I’ll handle the Hunter networks p>
Serena shot him a warning look. “Just don’t cause unnecessary chaos p>
Jasper instantly sat up straighter, feigning utter innocence. “When have I ever caused chaos p>
Everyone in the room slowly turned their heads to stare at him.
Their expressions practically screamed disbelief.
Jasper: p>
Fine.
Forget he asked.
Nicholas spoke in a low, even tone. “I’ll monitor the Buyer and trading zones p>
“If commerce is happening on Project Zero-Transit, there has to be a trace of capital flow and a ledger of VIP buyers p>
He cast a fleeting glance at Serena, his tone sounding incredibly obedient. “I’ll stick right by Serena’s side. I won’t do anything reckless p>
Serena: p>