ANNATORIA By the time I reached the office, Darius was gone and his phone unreachable. I went home, the weight of my discovery pressing harder with every attempt not to think about what I’d seen I’m now in my room, my legs folded to my chest while my unsteady gaze shifted between my phone and the landline. I disliked that Darius was yet to return my call, but I easily guessed that he was busy with CEO stuff. However, I didn’t expect radio silence from Director Hayes. It has been three hours since I sent those pictures. I should not have to wait this long for his response. At this important junction, I need to confirm my next move. With a sigh, I straightened my legs and shook away the images dancing in my head. Annoyingly, my thoughts didn’t stop wandering. The bloody scenes from

