Adrian stormed out of his office with Joey close behind.

"I'll come with you," Joey offered.

"That's not a good idea after what happened the last time," Adrian replied as he strode toward the elevator.

Just as the elevator doors were about to close, Lucas appeared from the opposite end of the corridor.

"Well, nephew. Going somewhere in such a hurry?"

Adrian was about to answer when Joey subtly shook his head.

"You should go," Joey murmured. "I'll handle him."

Adrian gave him a quick nod of appreciation before stepping into the elevator. The doors slid shut as he pressed the button for the ground floor.

Joey turned to Lucas...