Chapter Seven
September 29, 2229, Neo Southern California Metroplex, Luminous River Headquarters
The somber-faced young receptionist rose from her seat and gestured toward a long corridor. “If you two would accompany me, he’s ready to see you now.”
The detectives followed the lady. Thus far, everyone had been cooperative, from Security to the receptionist. If they commented about the case at all, they expressed regret.
Erik wasn’t ready to trust the company, but it was a welcome change from the instant lawyering up he was used to when dealing with a decent-sized corporation. The nature of her death suggested something far more than a scorned ex-lover, but eliminating suspects from her job would help.
Erik almost laughed despite the situation.
This murder case might very well be the l
