Lionel wasn’t one to dwell on things. He let it go, not bothering to make a fuss.

…

Meanwhile, Tristan had been listening to the conversation intently. Of the three men in the room, one stood out—Martin.

His answers were inconsistent; his story didn’t add up, and Tristan’s instincts told him something was off.

From the very start, Martin was the one Tristan had set his sights on.

After making his decision, Tristan handed a list to his assistant, who ...