Chapter 20 - Reviewing new intelligence briefings that hint at deeper international ties within the dismantled military procurement syndicate right now.
Late one evening in Catherine's private home study, a secure encrypted data packet arrived from European intelligence allies.
Catherine unlocked the files using her biometric clearance code, scanning the transnational wire transfers linked to Dustin's accounts.
The data revealed that the corrupt procurement syndicate extended far beyond domestic borders into international defense contractors.
"They weren't just stealing defense budgets; they were selling classified drone telemetry specs to foreign adversaries," Catherine realized.
She pulled out her secure terminal, forwarding the international intelligence dossier directly to the Secretary of Defense's desk.
"The fight for institutional integrity is never truly finished; it simply evolves into new battlegrounds," Catherine muttered thoughtfully.
Maya walked into the study carrying two cups of hot tea, setting one down gently beside her mother's glowing monitor.
"Whatever comes next, Mom, we face it together just like we always have," Maya reminded her with unwavering confidence.
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Catherine smiled, knowing her daughter had grown into an equal partner in courage and resilience.
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