Chapter 2: The Unwelcome Arrival

The silence in the foyer was absolute. Julian strutted toward the mahogany double doors, expecting his driver to be waiting. Instead, he found the doors being pushed open by a phalanx of men in charcoal-grey suits.
It was a team of attorneys from Vane & Associates, the most cutthroat corporate law firm in the city.
Julian straightened his tie, prepared to demand why they were on his property without an appointment. "Gentlemen, I believe you have the wrong address—"
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The lead attorney walked straight past him. He didn't offer a handshake, a nod, or even a glance. He walked past Julian as if the heir were a piece of furniture, his eyes fixed on the man still kneeling on the floor.
The attorney stopped in front of Elias. He closed his leather briefcase, lowered his head in a gesture of profound, unwavering respect, and remained silent.