Chapter 17 - THE CLINIC IN THE MOUNTAINS
The armored convoy wound its way up the icy mountain roads toward a fortified medical estate hidden among the pine trees.
Snow fell heavily over the stone gates as guards in dark winter tactical gear stepped out to inspect the vehicles.
Eleanor lowered her window, holding up a diplomatic pass granted directly by the Swiss Federal Banking Commission.
The gates opened slowly, allowing the vehicles to enter the grand cobblestone courtyard of the private clinic.
Eleanor stepped out onto the crisp snow, her charcoal grey trench coat providing stark contrast against the white backdrop.
Accompanied by Marcus and four armed Swiss officers, she marched into the minimalist glass foyer of the facility.
A high-ranking doctor stepped forward, looking anxious as he gestured toward the private elevator at the end of the hall.
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"He is waiting for you in the top floor suite, Mrs. Vance," the doctor whispered nervously.
Eleanor stepped into the elevator, her heart thumping against her ribs as the floor indicator climbed to the penthouse level.
