Marcus grabbed his black leather jacket off the brass coat rack near the door.
Sada scrambled to her feet, wiping the fresh tears from her pale cheeks.
She had worked for Marcus for six months and always thought he was cold.
He rarely spoke extra words and spent all his time managing his multi-million-dollar company.
Now, seeing him stand up for her family made her feel a strange rush of hope.
They rushed out to the grand driveway where his heavy sports car was parked.
Marcus opened the passenger door for her before hopping into the driver's seat.
The powerful engine roared to life, shaking the gravel beneath the tires.
Sada: The address they sent is an old warehouse downtown.
Marcus: I know the place.
Marcus: We have thirty minutes left.
Sada: How can you be so calm right now?
Marcus: Because panicking won't save your brother.
Marcus gripped the leather steering wheel tightly, his tattooed knuckles showing intense pressure.
He knew what it felt like to be young and helpless in a cruel city.
Years ago, before building his massive fortune, Marcus had survived the streets himself.
He had sworn never to let innocent people get bullied by local criminals.
He pressed his foot down on the gas pedal, speeding through traffic lights.
Sada stared out the window, watching the city skyline blur past in a haze.
Her mind raced with scary thoughts about what could happen to young Toby.
Sada: My father left us with nothing but debts.
Sada: I tried so hard to protect Toby from his terrible mistakes.
Marcus: You shouldn't have to carry that heavy burden alone.
Marcus: A child's safety is non-negotiable.
Sada: Thank you, Mr. Vance.
Marcus: Call me Marcus.
The sleek car pulled up near a rusted, abandoned industrial building near the river.
The sky above grew dark as rain clouds began to gather overhead.
Marcus parked behind a stack of shipping containers to keep the vehicle hidden.
He looked over at Sada and placed a reassuring hand on her shoulder.
Marcus: Stay in the car until I give you the signal.
Sada: Please be careful, Marcus!
Marcus: They made a massive mistake coming after your family today.
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