Chapter 45 - The USB (2/2)

Inside the USB were a list of profiles; profiles of people. But, they weren't ordinary people, they were police officers; corrupt officers that worked with the gangs! There were personal details that were obviously being used as leverage to control these officers and someone had compiled quite a list. Who did this list belong to?

There were at least 30 officers, scattered throughout Beijing and a few surrounding cities.

But, Marcus was a gangster boss that had been in the gangs for over a decade. Logically speaking, it didn't matter that he knew this information and there was no reason to kill him, right?

Wrong. Jackson had discovered, a long time ago, that Marcus had another identity...and it was likely that his cover was blown. Which meant, his association with Marcus put him in danger too.

The 4 days following Marcus' death, Jackson discovered he was being followed. He was even called into the police station where he saw one of the corrupt officers on Marcus' list. He knew, if he didn't act carefully, they would discover he was the one that tried to save Marcus and that there was a huge possibility that he had the USB stick in his hands, or worse, they may think he was working with Marcus. He couldn't let that happen.

In the end, thanks to Halia, he had an alibi and was freed from suspicion.

But now, he had some time to prepare for his meeting the next day.

...

At this time, over at the hutongs, Halia had just arrived at the guesthouse to meet her handler. As she walked into the usual courtyard, Sean already had a cup of tea prepared for her.

Halia had the roasted chestnuts hidden behind her back. After she sat down, she placed them on the table and said, ”Here's a little treat for you.”

Sean looked at the bag of chestnuts. He used to eat them with Sara, but ever since her​ death, he had not had any. He was actually thinking about her today, so the chestnuts were a pleasant surprise.

Sean grabbed a piece and popped it in his mouth. It was still warm and the familiar flavor quickly covered his taste buds. It was a subtle but nostalgic flavor that immediately brought back memories he had long forgotten. For the first time since Sara's death, he revealed a heartfelt smile...