Chapter 169

Madison

The ride to Knight Industries was tense but quick. Alexander drove with focused precision, occasionally checking his phone at red lights. We arrived at 7:45 AM, pulling into his reserved parking spot.

“Take notes on everything. We’ll need a complete record of this meeting,” Alexander instructed as we entered the building.

“Of course, Mr. Knight.”

The executive floor was buzzing with activity despite the early hours. Staff members hurried about with determined expressions, and I could feel the tension in the air. The usual morning chatter was replaced with hushed, urgent conversations and the constant ringing of phones.

Alexander strode ahead of me toward the main boardroom, his presence commanding immediate attention from everyone we passed. I followed closely behind, tablet in hand, ready for what promised to be an intense meeting.

“The board members are already arriving,” I informed him, checking my watch. “Most of the major share