Hayley sighed, then adjusted herself and sat up, allowing Ethan to stand.
She followed him all the way, holding onto his left arm until they reached the garage. Only when he got into his car did she let go, watching as he drove off.
—
In a different part of the city…
Black vintage sedans arrived one after another at a secluded compound on the outskirts of Grayforte City.
The building itself was discreet. High walls surrounded it, with minimal lighting and just enough security to avoid drawing attention.
To any passerby, it would have looked like a government-owned facility.
One by one, the car doors opened. Elf family leaders stepped out, followed by members of parliament and several top-class CEOs. Men and women who held influence both politically and economically. Many of them had direct ties to King Carson's administration.
There was no exchange of greetings beyond brief nods given that the nature of the summons had already made that unnecessary.
