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The penthouse absorbed the last traces of twilight, leaving only the distant amber shimmer of the city beyond the vast windows. A low strain of classical music faded as Cassian Vale turned the key, the engine sighing into silence. He sat for a long moment, black-gloved hands gripping the wheel, his reflection a pale specter in the darkened glass. The confirmation had come through—clean, as always. Another life erased, another organ harvested, another thread severed. He permitted himself one controlled exhale before stepping out, the chill evening air sharp against his skin. In his hands he held a massive bouquet of crimson roses, their petals deep as dried blood in the low light, and a slim velvet box bearing a luxury logo. The serpent necklace inside was a twist of white gold and diamo…