Chapter 155 His To Command

• The elevator chimed its arrival at the penthouse suite, a metallic whisper before doors slid open. Cathleen stepped out into opulence shadowed by an ominous hush. Xavier's grip on her hand tightened as he led her through the sprawling space, his footsteps silent on the plush carpet.
• "Xavier, what is this place?" Cathleen's voice echoed slightly, betraying her unease.
• "Something special for you," he murmured, guiding her past the usual trappings of luxury to an inconspicuous door at the far end. He didn't knock—this was his domain.