The gate creaked open as I pressed the intercom, announcing my presence. A disembodied voice instructed me to proceed, and the gates swung closed behind me, sealing me within the confines of the mansion's grounds.
The grandeur of the estate unfolded before me, the opulence a stark contrast to the clandestine dealings that unfolded within its walls. I walked the path toward the entrance, my footsteps echoing in the vast courtyard.
A butler, impeccably dressed, greeted me at the entrance. "Miss Veronica, how may I assist you today?" he inquired, his tone a mix of politeness and formality.
"I'd like to see Alpha Orion. It's urgent," I replied, my voice steady despite the tremor beneath the surface.
The butler hesitated for a moment, assessing the unexpected visitor standing before him. After a brief exchange with an unseen figure through his earpiece, he nodded and motioned for me to follow.
