A PAST LONG FORGOTTEN

As Hutton sat on the simple yet comfortable bed in his assigned room, he let out a long breath. The events of the past hours had been nothing short of chaotic. He had barely processed everything, but he knew that if there was one thing he could do now—it was protect those who mattered to him.

Without wasting any time, he pulled out his phone and dialed a familiar number.

"Boss?" Everlyn's voice came through almost immediately, sounding surprised.

"Everlyn," Hutton kept his tone calm but firm. "For the time being, I need you to lay low. Put the Green Clover on temporary closure and ensure that nothing suspicious happens around it. No matter what, don't ask questions—just follow this order."

There was a brief pause before Everlyn hesitantly responded, "Is something going on?"

"Nothing you need to worry about," Hutton said, his voice unwavering. "Just do as I say and keep things quiet."

After another short silence, Everlyn sighed. "Understood."