The guard's expression changed before he finally reluctantly made an intercom call.

"There are two people here. They said they know Mr. Gerhold and they want to come in."

Before the guard could finish his sentence, Jackson took over the phone and announced, "This is Jackson Valor. My wife, Serenity, and I would like to speak to North. Please let him answer the phone."

Several minutes passed in silence, and then North's voice sounded. "Jackson?"

"Yes. Sorry to interrupt you at this time o