Difficult decision

Days passed, and the routine of covert operations continued. New cases emerged, each one presenting its own set of challenges. However, the memory of that peculiar meeting with Alpha Orion lingered, an unsolved puzzle in the back of my mind.

It wasn't until a week later that I received a message from one of Alpha Orion's men, urging me to meet him at a discreet location. The cryptic nature of the message heightened my intrigue, and I made my way to the designated spot. Alpha Orion's man was already there, his sharp eyes scrutinizing the surroundings for any signs of surveillance.

"Riley," he greeted me with a nod. "Alpha Orion requested a meeting."

My eyebrows furrowed in surprise. "Another meeting? What does he want?"

He handed me a sealed envelope. "He didn't specify. This arrived at my office earlier today. He wants you to meet him tonight, alone."