When Hearts Collide
Chapter 30 – The Grand Opening
The morning of the grand opening arrived bright and clear.
For the first time in months, Riverside Heights was filled with excitement instead of construction equipment. Colorful banners lined the entrance, fountains sparkled in the sunlight, and hundreds of invited guests began arriving from across London.
Business leaders, investors, journalists, and city officials gathered to celebrate the completion of the landmark development.
Behind the scenes, security was tighter than ever.
Police officers were stationed throughout the venue, plainclothes detectives blended into the crowd, and every visitor passed through security checkpoints.
Detective Whitmore spoke quietly into his radio.
"All units, stay alert. Victor Langford is still a
