Allie took a deep breath as she ended the call, her fingers trembling slightly. The weight of the situation pressed against her, but a flicker of determination lit up her eyes. Everything was falling into place, just as she had anticipated. That phone call to Liam Hart wasn’t easy, but it had to be done. She quickly gathered her things and headed to the Shoreline Tower, one of the most iconic skyscrapers in the heart of New York. The building, a testament to modern architecture, gleamed under the late afternoon sun, its reflection casting long shadows across the bustling city streets. Allie was no stranger to this place. She strode into the grand lobby with purpose and took the elevator straight to the sixtieth floor—Liam’s office. In the waiting lounge, the news team was already buzzi

