I reach Zuriel's office building in 20 minutes and go straight to the top floor. Everything in this building is elaborate, with marble floors and white surfaces; I approach the reception desk. There is a brunette wearing quite revealing clothes. She looks at me head to toe and gives me a fake smile, 

"And what brings you here, Miss?" she asks, her voice tinged with a hint of unfriendliness. 

" I'm here to see Mr. Crawford. Is he available?" I ask politely, smiling. 

" He's busy; please leave," she sneers, and I gape at her rudeness. She didn't even attempt to call his secretary. I inhale and take steps towards...