Chapter 69 We Meet Again

• Layson stood by the elevator, waiting. The moment the doors slid open, his lips curled into a rare, almost imperceptible smile. It was a stark contrast to his usual cold demeanor. He had timed this perfectly—he knew exactly when Adela would be leaving. When Leopold had called, he had already been on his way. It was time they saw each other again.
• "Hello."
• That single word carried the weight of five years. Five years of waiting. Five years of holding back emotions he never fully processed. It wasn't just a greeting—it was a declaration. You’re here. Finally.