Chapter 260
I glanced back at Dexter, wondering what he wanted to say.
Suddenly, the sound of a gunshot reverberated in the distance as someone on the cruise ship pulled the trigger...
In a moment of shock, I swiftly pivoted and cast my gaze toward the source of the sound. Dexter instinctively wrapped his arms around me, pulling me close for protection, while I cradled the girl in my embrace. Together, we hid under the dining table.
A group of individuals had entered the room. They were the armed personnel who were in charge of operating the control room earlier. "Alert them. If they persist in their actions and approach, we’ll kill the hostages."
Dexter and I exchanged glances as we noticed a ship approaching. The police had already strategized with Zion and Eason about rescue and response plans.
It was clear that in order to ensure the survival of over a thousand people aboard the cruise ship, they could not resort to using force or engaging in confrontation. It was evident that the approaching ship was not of police origin.
"Are they from the organization?" I whispered.
Dexter agreed with me. It had to be someone from Genome Society. The over one hundred wealthy individuals on this ship were the organization’s lifeblood, serving as their primary source of revenue and economic stability. Rest assured, the organization would spare no effort in rescuing these people.
"Ha..." The leader glanced out the window.
We were situated on the cabin’s third floor, with public access for all visitors. From this point, they had a clear view of the nearby ships drawing nearer. "Go and tell them that if they continue to get closer, we’ll start killing the rich on the list one by one and tossing them into the sea to feed the fish."
The leader spoke in a deep tone, his husky voice sounding oddly familiar. I was eager to peek outside and get a glimpse, but Dexter stopped me. He shook his head, emphasizing the danger. However, that voice... it sounded strangely familiar.