Three days had passed since Ronan Payne's chilling declaration in Maxwell Thorne's study. The assassin had used that time to observe his target from the shadows, learning Ethan's routines and relationships.
Today, he had summoned the chamber leaders to an abandoned warehouse on the outskirts of New York City. The meeting place suited his taste for dramatic intimidation.
Maya Vance arrived first, her sharp eyes immediately scanning the empty building for potential threats. The warehouse reeked of rust and decay, with broken windows letting in shafts of dusty sunlight.
Caleb Vance and Leo Wallace entered together, both looking uncomfortable in the desolate surroundings.
"Where is he?" Leo asked, checking his expensive watch. "I don't have time for games."
"Patience," Maya replied coolly. "Men like Payne enjoy making entrances."
