PART 3 — The Office That Was Already Gone
The Vance Enterprises tower was still glowing when Julian arrived.
But something felt wrong.
The security guard at the entrance didn’t meet his eyes.
The elevator opened too slowly.
Even the air felt different.
When he reached his private floor, the glass doors to his executive office were open.
Unlocked.
Inside, everything was… untouched.
Except the desk.
A single folder sat in the center.
Neat. Precise. Deliberate.
Julian walked forward.
He opened it.
His eyes moved once.
Then froze.
Title page:
LEGAL OWNERSHIP TRANSFER — VANCE ENTERPRISES
His name was not listed as owner.
Not even as majority shareholder.
At the bottom signature line:
Serena Vale
Behind him, the office lights flickered once.
The security system beeped.
May you like
Then shut down.
All at once.
