Chapter 36

“We need out of the chain.”

Carlo nodded but didn’t move.

“Can you find a way to unlock it, or something to unlock the collars?” He pointed at the metal ring around his neck.

The female walked closer, her gun aimed at the floor, but she looked ready to shoot at any second. Anek watched her with wide eyes.

“We need to keep going, Carlo. We haven’t searched all rooms, and they can come any second.”

“No, you need to get us out of here.” Zenon didn’t know who she was, but he couldn’t have her giving orders despite being female.

“We’ll get you out, but first we must secure the ship. Ghurva is guarding the door, but he doesn’t have a gun.”

Zenon let go of Carlo and yanked at the chain again. They had to get out of here.

Carlo turned to the female. “Go. I’ll see if I can get them out of here.”

The female neared the door. “See you soon.”

Carlo nodded and turned to Zenon. “What does the key look like?”

“I’m not sure it’s a key. The collars are screwed together.”