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nded in New York, but the city

g glass-and-steel monument nestled between old buildings and rising developments, buzzed with panic. Assistants straightened their tie

ls in Tokyo and Berlin, stamping the Lockhart name across borders like an emperor c

he king ha

nged. Panic spr

his way up!" someon

of religious devotion. He had a reputation-one earned, not exaggerated. Nathaniel coul

d out of the elevator

ing behind him like a shadow. His eyes scanned the room-not for ad

suite atop Lockhart Tower. The place looke

d moved toward the dining room. His chef, Ja

with a slight bow. "Your usual

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