Axel's sharp eyes caught the sight of another identical van blocking the road in front of them. His stomach tightened immediately. He didn't need divine revelation to recognize what was happening. This was a trap. His instincts screamed it, and his mind quickly pieced the situation together with ruthless clarity.
The van behind them had already sealed their only route of retreat. Now, seeing the exact same model positioned up ahead, Axel knew he had walked straight into an ambush designed for him and him alone. Even the highway diversion earlier had been part of the setup. The realization gnawed at him, making him scowl inwardly. He berated himself for falling for such an obvious trick. A trick he could have easily pulled off himself.
