The morning sun streamed through the wide glass windows of an upscale penthouse, casting golden hues over the elegantly furnished living space.

The atmosphere inside was tense but controlled as the four shareholders of Rocky’s Designs sat around a sleek mahogany table, waiting. The three men had arrived earlier, summoned by the one man who had been speaking about Serena’s removal for months.

They murmured amongst themselves, sipping on expensive coffee, exchanging subtle glances.

They ...