Unmasking Mrs. Newton's Secret Identities novel Chapter 2025

Noticing Larry's hesitation, Chandler reassured him, "Captain Whitmore, you're among allies here. Feel free to speak openly."

Larry gave a slight nod, visibly more at ease.

"I'll be straightforward," he began. "As you may have suspected, I'm on a special assignment. For the last seven years, Destiny Corporation has gathered significant evidence of criminal activities by Trinity Alliance.

"About two weeks ago, I submitted a request to my superiors for an operation to neutralize them. The request was approved, but it seems Georgia got wind of it.

"She left for a seminar overseas two months ago and hasn't returned. I'm worried that acting against members of Trinity Alliance domestically without proper preparation might trigger alarms.

"My mission here has two key objectives: to monitor Georgia and, if possible, recover the scientists we lost."

Georgia's decision to settle in Miravell appeared deliberate. Whether she was seeking something specific or had left something behind, it was evident she had a purpose for being here.

Given her position at the Institute of Physics, Georgia's research was crucial to Grand Cathay's technological progress. Larry's mission had been conducted under strict confidentiality agreements to safeguard its secrecy.

Chandler nodded thoughtfully. "So, your plan is to lure Georgia out and neutralize her in one fell swoop, correct?"

"Exactly," Larry replied. "Georgia holds a prominent position in the scientific community. A public bounty would only incite panic. The higher-ups want this to be handled discreetly, which is why I've come to you, Mr. Newton, to see if you have any ingenious solutions."

As he spoke, Larry gave Helen a polite, respectful glance.

Chandler had mentioned Larry in several letters over the years, highlighting how he had helped Larry crack several major cases. This collaboration had turned what was once a rivalry into a solid alliance.

For seven years, the two had worked together, unraveling the dark secrets of Trinity Alliance. Now, after years of effort, a breakthrough finally appeared within reach.

"Georgia is elusive, always having a backup plan," Chandler observed, analyzing the situation. "Now that she's left Grand Cathay, I doubt she'll return easily."

"Unless there's a bait big enough to draw her back," Larry suggested. "With your knowledge of Trinity Alliance, you must have an idea of what could tempt her."

Chandler had granted Zac his freedom over the years, but since Zac had shown no appreciation for it, Chandler was now prepared to take it back.

"Should I record this as a confession?" Larry asked, aware of the complicated history between Zac and Chandler. Despite this, he wasn't sure if Chandler wanted him to be lenient with Zac.

"That won't be necessary," Chandler replied. "Captain Whitmore, treat him like any other criminal."

"Then wouldn't I be taking credit for nothing? In these seven years, I've been promoted five times. Sometimes I wonder if you're secretly building your own network within the ranks."

Larry used humor to deflect, though his words subtly revealed his true thoughts.

Chandler's tone shifted, taking on a more provocative edge. "Captain Whitmore, would you ever consider compromising your principles and crossing the line with me?"

"Absolutely not," Larry replied, his voice firm and resolute.