Damage Control

Avery

The ride to Pierce Industries was tense but quick. Declan drove with focused precision, occasionally checking his phone at red lights. We arrived at 7:45 AM, pulling into his reserved parking spot.

"Take notes on everything. We'll need a complete record of this meeting," Declan instructed as we entered the building.

"Of course, Mr. Pierce."

The executive floor was buzzing with activity despi