One name that appeared repeatedly was Edwin Vale, the Harrington family’s long-standing lawyer. He had represented them during every investigation, handled sealed records, and actively discouraged divers from accessing wreckage sites. Rowan noted he was still alive. He might know exactly what the vault contained.
Rowan called Vale’s legal office, hoping for a shred of cooperation. Instead, the receptionist relayed Vale’s curt refusal. “Mr. Vale has nothing further to say about the Trident incident.” The tone was icy, final, and clearly practiced. Rowan hung up with more questions than before.