Chapter 40 The plant

Kenny's heart raced as he watched his mother's car disappear from view. Relief washed over him, and his expression slowly returned to normal. He walked over to the window and gazed outside, taking in the familiar sights of the bustling city. The worry that had consumed him in the presence of his mother began to dissipate, replaced by a newfound determination to find answers.

Reaching into his pocket, Kenny retrieved his phone. It felt cool against his fingertips as he unlocked the screen and activated a small device. This device was used to activate any bugs that could have been set in the office to track his conversation. With a sense of urgency, he dialed Dave's number.

After a few rings, Dave's voice crackled through the phone. "Hey, Boss What's up?"

Kenny's voice trembled slightly as he replied, "Hey, Dave. I... I just needed to know if Natasha is okay."

Dave paused for a moment, the silence on the other end stretching like an eternity. Then, he spoke with a hint of relief in his