Alice gestured toward the reinforced crates.
“For the time being, you’ll remain inside the modified container. Customs officers are required to inspect all outbound cargo before departure, but this container has already been prepared for that process. It’ll pass through the scanners like any other shipment.”
She smiled reassuringly.
“Once we’ve completed the departure procedures, you’ll be able to come out and make yourselves comfortable in the cabin.”
The youngest member of the medical team, Nurse Daniel Park, hesitated for a moment before cautiously raising his hand halfway.
He cleared his throat.
“Um… excuse me, Madam,” he said politely. “If you don’t mind me asking… our names won’t appear on any passenger manifest?”
“They won’t,” Alice replied with a reassuring smile. “Officiall
