C236 The Travel Agency Crisis

Half an hour later, Elmer stepped off the helicopter onto the grounds of the Pontheugh Security Department. Lucien was there, waiting with an air of deference.

"Mr. Lowe, you've arrived," he said, bowing as Elmer disembarked.

"How are things looking, Dali?" Elmer inquired softly.

Lucien's face was etched with guilt. "Mr. Lowe, I apologize. I've failed. I couldn't even manage this simple task