18. Changes

Velia could barely hold back her drowsiness as the car finally came to a stop. She, who had almost fallen asleep, suddenly felt refreshed and turned her head. They had arrived at a towering building that appeared incredibly grand.

“Let's go,” Lucas's voice coincided with the opening car door. They got out and quickly entered.

A security guard welcomed their arrival. He smiled and greeted them. Unfortunately, Lucas did not receive a similar response. The same went for the unassuming receptionist. In fact, the man only nodded briefly and continued walking towards the elevator.

The elevator carried Lucas and Velia away from the lobby. As they ascended floor after floor, the journey was enveloped in silence.

It did not take long for the elevator doors to open. Lucas and Velia arrived at their destination floor, and they walked along the corridor.

There was only one door on that floor. The sole place they were headed to, and Lucas said, “Remember this passcode, Ve.”

Velia blinked, sli