Chapter 26 - THE FATHER'S SHADOW
Though peace reigned in Montana, Jack remained vigilant, maintaining secure communications with federal intelligence contacts.
Rumors occasionally surfaced of low-level syndicate associates attempting to regroup in overseas jurisdictions.
Jack reviewed encrypted threat assessments on his satellite laptop every evening after his daughter went to sleep.
"They're chasing ghosts, Jack. Interpol has the remaining assets locked tight," Detective Miller's voice crackled over the secure line.
"Ghosts have a habit of haunting if you don't keep the lights on, Miller," Jack replied evenly, closing his laptop.
He walked to the cabin window, scanning the dark treeline under the glittering canopy of stars.
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His tactical training never truly left him, remaining ready to protect his family against any unforeseen threat.
Eternal vigilance was the price of true freedom, and Jack was prepared to pay it without hesitation.
