Almost half an hour later, they arrived at the mall.
The vehicle came to a stop outside one of the world’s most recognizable technology retailers.
Its iconic logo glowed above the entrance.
Floor-to-ceiling glass panels revealed a bright minimalist interior filled with display tables, smartphones, tablets, laptops, and accessories arranged with almost obsessive precision.
Several employees were already waiting near the entrance.
And judging by the strained smile on the store manager’s face, James’s last-minute message had been received.
The moment the vehicle came to a stop, the store manager straightened instinctively.
Her smile remained firmly in place.
Years of retail experience had taught her how to appear calm under pressure.
Unfortunately, Damien Blackwood tested the limits
