Too Late to Hold Me Back novel Chapter 972

Mira checked her phone, finding no message from Dominic. She then dialed Owen. "Did Dominic mention anything to you?"

It wasn't that she didn't trust York, but during such critical times, she had to be on guard.

"Yes, he just texted me saying York would be coming by to teach you how to shoot,"

Owen replied over the phone.

Ending the call, Mira turned to York. "Don't take it personally. Desperate times call for extreme caution."

"Of course. In the military, we're used to this level of vigilance."

"Come in and have a seat. Rachel, bring out some snacks and fruit!"

Mira looked at York again. "What would you like to drink?"

"Just a bottle of water is fine. We soldiers aren't picky."

Mira silently scoffed; he certainly looked like a man with high standards.

Once seated, York got down to business. "Commissioner West sent me to tell you the operation begins in three days.

When the time comes, our special ops squad will be deploying with you."

"Did Dominic's request for military escort get approved?"

This was fantastic news.

"Yes, but the headcount is still strictly limited.

Officially, we can only bring a small number of personnel. That's why we need to disguise ourselves as a civilian tour group."

"I understand. Dominic's negotiations with the local government are framed as a rescue mission for our trafficked citizens. Naturally, we can't send an army.

But if we don't wipe out those syndicate strongholds, people from Mavaria will continue to go missing."

"Exactly.

I'm here today to take you with me. Commissioner West wants me to teach you how to shoot."

"Right now?"

Mira asked to be sure.

"Yes. Time is of the essence. We leave immediately."

"Alright. What should I pack?"

"Nothing. The base has everything."

"Shouldn't I at least bring a change of clothes?"

"You'll be in uniform the second you step foot on base."

"Wow! I get to wear a uniform? Master Ellis, I'll take a picture and send it to you."

Master Ellis glared at her again. "What's so great about a uniform? You lose all your freedom."

"Oh, come on, don't be so old-fashioned! Wearing a uniform is a matter of pride!"

Hearing her enthusiasm, York's eyes lit up. "Miss Mercer, if you want to join the military, I can personally recommend you.

With your skills, you wouldn't start at the bottom."

"Drop the idea, kid. Even if she wanted to, I'd never allow it."

Master Ellis interjected anxiously. He had finally found the perfect protégé to inherit his legacy.