If there is any change in plan, it will be disadvantageous to Anya Owen. Hence she immediately became alert.
She looked out of the open deck. Indeed, the yacht speed was very high. Since there were no buildings or trees, it was difficult to sense it. She voiced her opinion and watched the two men. "They must be going to the PSR."
She meant the military speedboat might be heading to the PSR to work on the PSR crisis and tighten the security. Since she had informed Jason about the yacht, the military shouldn't disturb them.
The expression on the captain's face changed by hearing her. They had long back taken the deviation and speeding towards the beach house. They entered the country waters half an hour ago. They could have reached the beach house in an hour if the military hadn't contacted the yacht, asking him to stop.
Alvin's face deadpanned. His eyes flickered in concern for the woman who was sitting in front of him. 'Anya Owen's name was infamous in the country as the most wanted criminal.' His men reported to him as soon as he entered the country waters. When he wanted to keep her safe from Harper, it also included these administration systems.
"Are you from the military?" He doubted that the military might want to arrest her. He would be relieved if she is working for the military, then they don't harm her.
Anya noticed the changes in Alvin and the captain's faces. She discerned something. Under the two scrutinizing gazes, Anya promptly shook her head, "Nope." She wasn't a fool to join the military when she had a little son. "Why will the military look for us? And… How did we reach the country waters so quickly?"
Looking at her reaction, Alvin was sure she didn't know they weren't following the PSR. So she definitely didn't send their location. So what's going on? He was worried about her.
He didn't even think once she might have reported as he stole the hard disk.
He lost appetite. The military officials aren't easy to handle, their rules and laws are tougher and different than general cops in the country. "Have food." He stood up as he plainly instructed her. He went out with the captain, saying nothing more.
Anya: "..."
Her grip on the fork tightened. She couldn't understand why Alvin doesn't discuss it with her when there is an issue. Does he find her incapable? She frowned. She had faced discrimination when she had joined the secret cyber security. Her work and relentless efforts spoke and everyone shut their lips and respected her. However, Alvin still doesn't explain to her voluntarily until she throws tantrums or goes against him.
Hence, she was totally clueless about what was going on. She already told Jason that they were on a yacht so the military will focus on the PSR.
Why will the military look for us?
Did anything happen on the PSR?
Anya's eyes widened. She took the stairs and went to the study room of the master suite. She swiftly tried to communicate with the PSR through ship-to-ship communication but it didn't connect as the distance between the PSR and yacht was too large. She didn't have the required devices to hack the satellite.
She ran upstairs to speak with the military if their arrival was due to the problem on the PSR. She will have to cooperate with them to solve it.
However, her steps ceased when she noticed the yacht had halted, Alvin upright figure stood on the deck with four men behind him like bodyguards. Her gaze followed their line of sight and caught the military speedboat with five officers on the deck.
She felt her hair raise when those officers' gaze fell on her. The leading man was standing with his hand behind his back. There were two female and two male lower-rank soldiers behind him. What caught her eyes was the weapons in their hands.
What is going on?
She made her way to the lower deck trying to mull over the situation. The speedboat stopped at a good distance, enough for people to speak without changing the ship and keep floating without crashing on the other vehicle.
Anya identified no one. She went closer as she saw the leading officer who was in a military major camouflage dark forest green uniform. He showed his badge, "Major Seth here." He introduced himself in a clear and crisp voice.
He shoved the badge back and continued, "Mr. Matthews, we have the intel that Ms. Owen is in your yacht. Please cooperate and hand over the suspect to us." Saying it, his sharp eagle-like eyes settled on Anya who was behind the four men.
Why were they making her a criminal?
She wouldn't be surprised if this was Bernard's actions, after all his aim was pushing all the blame on her at the worst scenario. But only her chief knew she was on the yacht other than the captain of the PSR.
She shook her head in mind without believing that her team could stab her in the back. However, she is also aware, there are a lot of factors that could influence the officers. They might be forced and made helpless.
Alvin's indifference became stormy in no time. His dark gaze was intimidating, if the leading man wasn't an experienced soldier, he would have feared to continue.
Alvin noted that the officer knew his name. Just because the yacht belongs to him doesn't mean he will have to be on the yacht. He asked coldly, "Arrest warrant?" He wasn't a fool to send Anya just like that.
Major Seth extended his hand and his subordinate handed him a white envelope. It was passed to Alvin by Alvin's man who stepped forward to take it.
Anya went up to Alvin and looked at the warrant. Her eyes widened when she identified it was the original seal and warrant of the military. She was the prime suspect for missing top secret information and an arrest warrant was passed because it was recorded as she fled the country.
H-how?
Chief Jason and Chief Justice knew about this mission. How could they let this happen?
Meanwhile, Alvin was angry at his uncle. Bernard knew they were going to save those ungrateful families. How could he let this happen to Anya? He knew various ways to stop the cops but the military was different. Stalling them was impossible. Even if he delay them, he could do nothing on the water to keep Anya by his side. Probably that's the reason they chose to block them on the water.
"I am coming with her." He declared. He wasn't ready to let her go alone. They could torture her to death. If he goes, he can make sure she is safe and Bernard would do anything to bring them out.
Major Seth frowned at Alvin. His expression turned ugly when he spoke, "Mr. Matthews, don't make it difficult for yourself." It was a warning for him to behave and cooperate.
Alvin was prepared to argue when he felt Anya's grip tighten on his sleeves. Assuming she was afraid, he looked at her, his hand naturally reaching out to cup her face. She was frowning hard, there was confusion and worry on her face. "Don't worry, I am here."
Anya blinked her big eyes in surprise. It feels good to be protected and defended. However, she wasn't worried about her now at the moment but Alvin. It was a punishable crime to disrupt the military investigation process. Hence she shook her head, "I will be fine." She meant she will go with them. She didn't want Alvin to be in trouble because of her.
Alvin was inarticulate for a moment. It was hard to understand this woman. Shouldn't she be scared of getting detained? Why was she willing to cooperate so easily? He wasn't aware she was versed in the laws more than him.
Suddenly he felt like he saw something black and golden on her tongue and saw her flash him an assuring smile. He was tongue-tied realizing all along she had that secret information with her, compressed and stored in the microchip. He was mind blown how she was able to store so much data in such a small chip.
So if she submits the data, a charge against her will be declined but they would still question her to find the reason behind fleeing the country. Bernard knew the reason, The captain and Security officer of PSR also had an idea. So she shouldn't be taken under custody, right?
As if Anya could read his thoughts, she quickly shook her head at him and turned to Major Seth, "Major Seth, could you give me a moment to change?" She looked at herself, she was in oversized clothes, looking funny, however, her intention wasn't changing clothes.
Major Seth coldly looked at her before warning, "Don't play tricks." He got the intel on her that she could outsmart the most wanted criminals and skillful officers.
Anya hid her smirk. If she plays smart, he wouldn't get to know how she escaped. She was tugging Alvin with her when Major Seth snorted, "The man stays."
Alvin, who was contemplating if she was planning to flee or needed to talk with him, gritted his teeth looking back at the Major. The latter gave them a challenging look.
Anya went alone, walked slowly until she was in their sight, then ran to the master suite. First, she grabbed a paper and pen and started writing.
Although she had planned to flee in the port from Alvin, it was when things were under her control. Now that things aren't appearing so simple, she will have to be prepared for the worst case.
She won't become the scapegoat because of political or administrative high drama. In that case, she will need help. Only Alvin could help her out. She was being self-centered but she was choosing her life just like he scolded her.
Then she changed her clothes to the white beach lace romper that was washed and dried. Then she ran upstairs and walked in composure when she went to other people's sight.
As an officer, she would calculate the time taken by a suspect to do anything. If she goes very late, the military has the right to search the yacht immediately.
Alvin could see she was edgy. She was just masking her unknown fear with confusion and worry on her face. She wasn't as confident as the steps she was taking towards them.
Could he just trick those officers or fight them and flee with her? Then both of them will have to keep running all their life. He found it tempting, however, he knew that wasn't what she would prefer. He was frustrated without finding a way to keep her by his side.
Nevertheless, he assured her when she stood in front of him, craning her neck, squinting her eyes to open them while facing the sun. His fingers brushed over her hair to hold her fluttering hairs, "I will bring you out." He was determined.
He was stunned when she suddenly tip-toed, lifted her arms, and hugged him voluntarily.
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