Chapter 67: Picking Henry from School.

Richard strode down the sleek hallway of the high-rise office building, his two closest associates flanking him on either side. The trio cut an imposing figure, their tailored suits and confident gaits exuding an aura of power and success. The meeting with their latest prospective client had gone exceptionally well, with the potential for a lucrative long-term contract on the table. Richard's phone buzzed with an incoming call as they approached the elevator bank, the familiar ringtone immediately capturing his attention. Without preamble, he swiped to answer, his brow furrowing slightly at the sight of the caller ID. "Emma? Is everything alright?" The rich timbre of his voice reverberated through the hushed corridor, and the call automatically patched through to the car's speaker system in anticipation of their imminent departure. His associates exchanged a subtle glance, their curiosity piqued by the intimate familiarity with which Richard greeted the female caller. "Rich