Chapter 21

• The huge door of the Castillo mansion's living room closed with a silent thud, as Carlos walked into the hallway. He loosened his tie and exhaled deeply, dropping the rigid posture he had been carrying all day.
• The meeting with the petrochemical investors had been long and very draining, but turned out to be successful. Victory is always sure when it comes to the Castillos.
• He walked past the grand staircase, into the main lounge. The wide space was decorated with cool, glittering marble and dark mahogany. It was meant for his dignitary and influential guests.