In the late evening.

As the Innova employees gradually dispersed, Michael bid farewell to Eric and the others and arranged for a designated driver to take him back to his villa.

The Innova Group, with its millions in annual salary and a luxurious villa, had fulfilled all of Michael's requirements. However, the value he brought to the company surpassed his compensation and living arrangements.

Michael felt content and somewhat inebriated. He opened his villa door and immediately sensed something amiss, prompting him to become alert.

"Who goes there?" he demanded.

Surveying the villa, Michael noticed someone on the sofa but remained composed despite the intrusion. After pouring a glass of water and taking a sip, he looked at the person on the sofa.

"Ms. Williams returned from Phoenix City, and the company held a celebration for her. Do you want some water?"

The person on the sofa, bearing a resemblance to Michael, sighed. Despite Shadow's silence, Michael sat down, seemingly unfaz