Chapter 106

We are outside the covered entrance to a very huge and glamorous building that's as intimidating as he can be. It's dated but you have all the basics of luxury and opulence in the entranceway, including doormen and valet parking. I eye up the hustle and bustle of people milling around for such an early hour and take it as a good sign there is life and money in this building yet. I cling to Alexi's hand, trying to look and feel more human but rely on him fully for my strength. A complete contrast to the journey over here, and I swallow down the messy, tangled brain waves to get on track. Steadier legs, lungs freeing up enough to breathe. Eyes scanning the building and giving me a focus that strengthens my ability to pull myself together. The colour scheme is pretty ancient, in golds, reds and burgundies that look worn, it's reflected in the carpets and walls and in need of a repaint. It's classic casino from the nineties and I can see wear and tear on every surface as we v