Chapter 41. Almost

I gazed up at the towering building before me. Blinking as I faced the dazzling sunlight, I felt a surge of nerves as I glanced back at the building's entrance. Adjusting my corporate attire, I let out a heavy sigh before finally stepping into the lobby.

This was the place Ulysses directed me to, the company where I could encounter my grandfather: the Alcantara Estate. My mind was in disarray as I entered without a concrete plan.

I simply wanted to see them, to have them see me, hoping for some assistance. Ulysses mentioned their desire to meet me for quite some time, but they had been cautious since Papa's passing, considering the seriousness of our family's adversaries. I struggled to grasp the reason behind everything.

"Miss, I'm looking for—" I began but stopped short, sensing the woman's intense scrutiny.

My nerves spiked, especially when she suddenly rose and summoned someone.

"Yes, she's here. Please hurry!" she spoke into her phone, her eyes