Tawanna never anticipated that the CIA would track her down in Japan. Ovee with panic, she instinctively recoiled and asked, “Why are you looking for me? I don’t think I’ve done anything wrong, have I?”


    The agent replied in a cold tone, “I apologize, Miss Sweet, but we are not using you of any wrongdoing. However, we have received an order from CIA headquarters in China regarding an investigation that requires your cooperation.”


    Tawanna responded, “How can I be sure you are genuinely with the CIA? At the very least, I should be able to call mywyer and have him verify this.”


    The agent promptly produced identification documents and several files,ying them on the table. He said coldly, “Here are my credentials, along with a fax from FBI headquarters that includes your summons, authorization from the U.S. Embassy in Japan, and an official letter from the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This should sufficiently confirm our identity, don’t you think? Additionally, representatives from the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs are present; they have received a diplomatic note and are here to assist us.”


    Tawanna immediately insisted, “I need to contact mywyer and inform him of the situation!”<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    The agent’s response was firm: “I’m sorry, but due to the seriousness of this matter, and to avoid any potential collusion, you will not be allowed to make or receive phone calls. Your phone will remain untouched until the investigation concludes.”


    The agent then leaned in slightly and added, “You should be aware that there are ongoing investigations in the United States. The FBI is aware of your presence in Japan and has tasked the CIA here to escort you to the embassy for remote questioning. This directive has the backing of the White House and cannot be postponed.”


    Tawanna’s anxiety escted at this revtion. “Uh… I have a performance in just a few hours, and there are tens of thousands of fans waiting…”


    The agent reassured her, “As long as you cooperate at the embassy, the investigation will be swift, and we will ensure you return in time for your performance.”


    “No!” Tawanna protested, her voice rising with urgency. “My fans are counting on me! If I’mte or can’t perform, it’ll be a huge disappointment! If you need my help, at least wait until after my concert.”


    The agent shook his head, stating, “Ms. Sweet, Washington is expecting us. To maintain the synchronicity of the investigation, we must take you to the embassy within the hour.”


    He continued, “If you cooperate, we will expedite the process and ensure you are back as soon as possible. However, if you refuse, we will have to take you by force, which willplicate matters and prolong the process. Our demeanor will not remain as amicable as it is now.”


    Trevor, who had been observing, stepped forward and said, “We have awyer traveling with us, but he’s not here at the moment. Please wait; I’ll contact him toe quickly!”


    The agent nodded, saying, “You may inform thewyer, but Miss Sweet muste with us immediately. If she chooses not to cooperate, we will have no option but to forcibly remove her.”


    Seeing the agents were resolute in taking Tawanna, Mitsui Yoshitaka approached the Japanese Foreign Ministry staff, asking, “Could you possibly intervene? It would be best not to disrupt Miss Sweet’s performance.”


    One of the officials from the Japanese Foreign Ministry shook his head, exining, “This is strictly an American matter. The individuals here are American agents, and the investigation involves American citizens. Furthermore, the U.S. Embassy has requested our assistance, leaving us without the authority to interfere.”


    Mitsui Yoshitaka acknowledged the situation. Despite the incident urring in Japan, it was not within their jurisdiction, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs was simply assisting.


    At that moment, Tawanna felt a surge of unease. She had an inkling of what the FBI was likely to question her about—her name had recently been associated with a significant uproar in the U.S., and rumors of her involvement were swirling. Those in power were exceedingly sensitive at this time; any slight connection could thrust her into the spotlight. Compounding her anxiety was the fact that the person she had supported had recently lost in apetition, making the likelihood of scrutiny all the greater.


    She desperately wished to reach out to herwyer for assistance in navigating the situation, but knowing she couldn’t use her phone and that they might forcibly remove her at any moment left her feeling apprehensive. The thought of being taken away in front of a crowd and how that might be perceived by the public haunted her.


    With a sense of urgency, she turned to her boyfriend Trevor and said, “Trevor, please call mywyer, exin what’s happening, and ask him to meet me at the embassy.” <fnb5b9> For original chapters go to F?ndNovel</fnb5b9>


    Understanding her decision to go with the agents, Trevor replied, “I’ll apany you! I’ll call thewyer on the way!”