The Architect Revealed

Chapter 257 - The Architect Revealed

I sensed Jorge's presence before I heard his footsteps. The determined click of expensive leather shoes against the pavement told me he was closing in fast.

"Catherine," he called, his voice carrying across the morning air.

I didn't slow my pace. The DOD representatives were waiting, and whatever Jorge wanted could hardly be more important than the government contract we were finalizing.

"Catherine," he repeated, closer now. "I need to speak with you."

I sighed and turned, finding him just a few feet away. His normally composed expression was tight with something I couldn't quite place—determination? Confusion?

"Jorge," I said evenly. "What brings you to YodaVision so early?"

His eyes narrowed slightly. "I think you know."

I raised an eyebrow. "I have a meeting in fifteen minutes. If you'd like to schedule an appointment—"

"It's about Zachary Yuvenhart," he interrupted. "And ApexSphere."