lean and never straig

rate surged upon discovering Greystone's dishonest scheme comprised not just a public scandal, but also deliberate ta

s fixed. His keen eyes spoke volumes, and the little light from the emergency exit sign highli

ivers down her spine. Grabbing his phone, he liste

them, some shelves, and one chair. It was stark. Malik was really close, which was consoling and somew

olerable. Malik's jaw was tensed in concentration, and Aisha saw beads of sweat on his fo

just a little. Malik's grasp tightened around her wrist as the shadows

ar, Malik advised, "

Greystone was a rich and powerful guy. When he had threatened her

h a little sinister undertone. "Search the area cl

o stand next to Malik and spoke softly. This cannot be our play. We hav

nd thanks for her audacity. "You're correct. Stil

touch, she had a flash of energy and looked up at Malik-their faces barely apart. His

isha were in quiet communication because his eyes never turned from hers. Though the

e distance. Malik inhaled softly and looked at Aisha. Aisha could feel the electric tension in

ove." Opening the door gingerly, he looked out to check th

Suddenly eerily quiet, the intruders had left the apartment se

. "We have to find someplace to hide", he replied.

n we were investigating sent them? If they are so committed

y. Greystone's worldwide connections and networks suggest t

th a serene assurance and the force of his look made everything rather fascinating. She felt that their tens

suppress her anxiety with a dash of sarcasm. "Are you going to be more deli

g up my sleeve. I expected you, however, to want to take the

acker? Are you trying to win me ov

both. Though I guarantee you are handling this bette

e you're ready to do as I say for onc

a light-hearted glint in his eye. "I pro

azed at the screen and then at Aisha. "We are enroute Gotham Detectives. Although my contac

at this contact is not likewise compromised? "Look, l

ou're correct. We'll tread carefully. Still, I find this c

found a straightforward building. Above the entryway, "Gotham Investigations" was

oor for Aisha, he unlocked the car and climbed out. She inhal

area was organized chaos, with stacks of documents and a large whiteboard loade

h sharp eyes and a worn look. Written o

" and turned to face

stly interested in litigation involving Greystone Pr

"Greystone, you say? Well, you never hea

easons to believe Greystone belongs to a larger network or cyndikate. Need to know if there

our files. We have seen several well-known fraud cases, like the Upper East Side apartm

photographs and papers on the table. The pictures revealed a network of conne

" pointing to a picture of a big penthouse in Manhattan. I

properties on the list we have

self. Among the more engaged parties are develop

ded names to establish the required

, Jack pulled out a New Yor

rway. Most likely, some of the key actors will be here at this well-public

the conference would put them in the heart of a high-stakes conference of the ci

We should, however, take care. Greyston

ubbornness and fiery attitude were more focused than they had ever been. She was often remin

There was a lot of activity in the gathering as well-known individuals animatedly debated all aroun

y were seeking. Malik's fingers caressed hers as they n

tion about real estate and less-than-obvious unethical busines

omeone lurking beh

rebellious attitude. "And are we wing

expecting you may provide some ideas. You are

es not give you license to relax. Remem

"Indeed, I was all set to

up with me. Moreover, I would not hesitate

flashing in his eyes. "I

someone rested a hand on her shoulder. She whirled to s

and forebative. "You are too close to

llious spark burned. "I will be here. If you think t

mbination of anger and determination. "Who se

the crowd. Looking at one another anxiously, Malik and Ai

sion in the situation built with every second that passed. What to do next? Their ne