Chapter 82

As Nora entered the office, she found Hiroshi seated behind an imposing mahogany desk. He looked at her with seriousness but also a glint of curiosity in his eyes.

"Please, have a seat, Mrs. Marchesi," Hiroshi invited, pointing to the chair in front of him.

Nervously, Nora settled into the chair, maintaining an upright posture as she awaited the conversation to come. Her eyes fixed on Hiroshi, who