In his current situation, there was no point in hiding the truth.

The man gave a firm nod, his expression growing serious. He looked directly at Dave and said, “If I help you escape, you need to promise me one thing.”

“And what is that?” Dave asked.

“Use your influence in the Evans Group to clear my name and secure my release. I believe you have the power to make it happen.”

Dave’s face grew cold. “Who exactly are you?”

The man offered a cryptic smile, stood, and looked down at Dave. “I’m just someone fate keeps rejecting, forced to live in the shadows, longing for a normal life.”

“And...