A Land Rover drove into the Valence Group complex, heading straight for the entrance of the main building's first floor.
Sitting in the passenger seat, Rachel Bailey was entering the Valence Group for the first time—this mythical business empire. Even before getting out of the car, she could feel the enormity and solemnity of the Valence Group.
Hansen Ruiz turned his head and saw Rachel looking out the window, her eyes full of wonder. He leaned to one side, drawing closer and trapping Rachel in the crook of his arm. His face neared hers, stopping right in front of her as he blew hot breath onto her small face. His warm eyes crinkled with a broad smile. He wore this smile for almost everyone, resembling an innocuous Laughing Buddha; only those who truly knew him were aware that he concealed a knife behind it. However, the smile he reserved for Rachel was filled with tenderness, devoid of any harmful impurities.
