Chapter 16 - Reclaiming Control Of The Chicago Skyscraper Headquarters Today

A week after the incident, Frank walked through the grand marble lobby of the skyscraper once more. The employees and cleaning staff looked at him with a profound mixture of deep respect, loyalty, and affectionate admiration.
He stopped to chat with Maria, the senior daytime custodian, asking about her grandchildren and thanking her for her decades of service. Maria smiled warmly, handing him a fresh cup of black coffee just like she did every single morning.
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“Good to have you back where you belong, Mr. Vance,” Maria said with a knowing twinkle in her eye. Frank smiled back, feeling a deep sense of peace that no amount of corporate wealth could ever buy.
The heart of the building was beating true and strong once again.
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