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The last of the sunset bleeds orange and violet across the Austin skyline, framed by the vast, flawless windows of the modern fortress. The air inside is still and cool, carrying traces of fine leather and a distant, clean metallic hum from the walls. Sofia stands alone at the center of the cavernous atrium, the monumental chandelier above scattering sharp, diamond-cut light across the dark stone beneath her feet. The sound of the heavy front door sealing shut still rings in her ears. She draws a slow, controlled breath, her fingers brushing over the wave of her dark hair. Across the immense, silent space, a man leans against the sleek railing of the floating staircase. His gaze is a physical weight, studying her, waiting. She meets it, lets a polished, deliberate smile touch her lips, an…