Fate or a trap
Mike finally saw Haley in the flesh as she crossed the room with her father, joining the rest of the guests of this gathering.
He could not help but blame himself for their current situation. Haley was his responsibility. Therefore, how could he had not known that her father was already on to her location?
"I am sorry, Haley." He silently mumbled, thinking this was his fault. He was not paying attention to her safety. Now, he had to make it up to her by finding a way to save her.
He always prided himself on being one step ahead of his opponents. But lately, he had been lagging behind the line, resulting in being the last to know.
Was he losing his touch? No, he was not. He just lost focus for a while. But he was back in the game. This time, he was not dropping the ball.
"They look like a lovely couple." A woman, whom he only knew as the wife of one of their most high-ranking leader in the organization, commented.