Chapter 48

Zayd Al-Mansoori signaled to his men, who promptly dragged the three trembling staff members toward the exit of the private hall. Their confessions had been recorded, their excuses exhausted. Zayd turned back to Tariq Al-Khoury, adjusting his cuffs with a satisfied nod. "It's all settled, Mr. Tariq. The situation is clear, and the loose ends are being tied up as we speak," Zayd said, his tone direct and brimming with the confidence of a man who ruled Al-Fajr City's shadows. Tariq let out...