The HX Group building towered over the city, standing in the most prominent part of the downtown skyline. From the floor-to-ceiling windows of the CEO’s office, you could take in the sweeping view of the entire city.

The office itself was vast but minimalistic. Aside from the essential work equipment, there wasn’t a single unnecessary item in sight. The sleek black desk, with its sharp, clean lines, mirrored the character of its owner.

Mitchel’s personal assistant, Marcus, ...