The Cost of Innocence

Apex Group – Headquarters

The Apex Group board meeting had just ended, but tension still lingered in the executive floor corridor. The board members exited one by one, speaking little, some clearly showing signs of discontent.

Declan came out last, his face expressionless, but his steps were heavy. His gray suit remained immaculate, but his tie was loosened, and his jaw had been clenched for the l