"Make sure our security stays close to the convoy at all times," Lauren instructed Eunice. "We can't afford any problems."

Eunice protested, "But Miss, are we really going to leave behind a third of our herbs? If we go back with this amount, we'll have to shut down several pharmaceutical plants. The losses will be substantial."

"I'll cover the losses personally," Lauren replied with a cold smile. "If Michael wants to play games, I'll play along until the end."

Eunice was worried but stayed