Chapter 6 - Navigating The Dangerous Highway Bridge Through The Storm
The windshield wipers slapped frantically against the glass, barely keeping up with the relentless sheets of mountain rain.
Jack navigated the treacherous curves of the interstate, keeping the speedometer pinned just below the legal limit to avoid patrol cars.
“Watch out for the state trooper blockade ahead at the county line,” Sarah warned, leaning forward between the front seats.
Jack tapped the brakes gently, cutting the headlights and slipping the SUV onto a muddy logging trail hidden by dense pines.
The heavy vehicle bounced over tree roots and rocks before coming to a complete stop beneath a thick forest canopy.
“How did you know about this logging road?” Jack asked, turning to look at Sarah in the dim dashboard illumination.
“I’ve been tracking your movements for three weeks, Jack, waiting for the precise moment to pull you out,” Sarah answered calmly.
Leo had fallen fast asleep against Sarah’s arm, exhausted by the terrifying ordeal of the rainy night.
“You risked everything to come back into my life... why now?” Jack asked, his voice softening with lingering affection.
“Because the shadow director is activating the final phase of the operation, and you are their primary target,” Sarah said grimly.
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Jack stared out through the rain-streaked window, realizing his quiet life as a federal fugitive was officially over.
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