EMORY'S POV
The moment the chopper lifted off, the world stretched out beneath us, an endless sprawl of lights and shadows. I pressed my palm against the cool glass, my breath catching at the breathtaking view.
The city shimmered like scattered diamonds, streets weaving intricate patterns of gold and silver. Beyond the skyline, the dark expanse of the ocean glowed under the moonlight, waves lapping gently against the shore.
I wasn’t sure how long I sat there, utterly mesmerized, but it felt like mere moments before the helicopter began to descend. The city lights faded behind us, replaced by the inky blackness of the open sea. Then, a new set of lights flickered below—a single estate, standing alone in the dark.
The chopper landed smoothly onto a rooftop helipad, the blades slicing th
