Chapter 18

Samuel Meyer's Office

The sunlight was spilling through the floor-to-ceiling windows of Samuel Meyer’s office. His office was cold, sleek, and calculated. The walls were dark, the lines clean, and a scent of aged leather and burnt coffee lingered in the air.

Samuel sat behind his desk, scrolling through his phone. A fresh cup of coffee sat untouched next to a thick folder he still hadn't opened.

The door opened, revealing Cassandra, Ethan's mom. She walked in with a self-assurance, like she owned the company. Her heels whispered across the floor as she made her way to him, her black coat still on, sunglasses perched on her head...