Chapter 2 - Uncovering The Secret Estate Office Files

Dominic Sterling walked down the dimly lit corridor of his private Manhattan estate, carrying little Leo gently in his arms.
The toddler’s quiet sniffles echoed softly against the charcoal fabric of Dominic’s tailored suit jacket.
Head of security Marcus stepped briskly alongside them, clutching a thick manila folder secured with a red wax seal.
“Where did you find this, Marcus?” Dominic asked, his voice low and vibrating with suppressed fury.
“In Evelyn’s private wall safe behind the master library painting, sir,” Marcus replied without breaking stride.
Dominic pushed open the heavy oak doors to the private family suite, stepping into the warm, secure sanctuary.
He placed Leo gently into his custom-built crib, smoothing down the boy’s soft dark curls with trembling fingers.
“Daddy, stay here,” Leo whispered, clutching the edge of his blue cashmere blanket tightly.
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“I’m right outside the door, my little warrior. Go to sleep,” Dominic promised, pressing a tender kiss to his forehead.
He stepped back out into the hallway, pulling the heavy door closed before turning his piercing gaze onto Marcus.