The imposter, pressed her hand against the gleaming golden vault, ensuring all five fingertips made contact.
DING!
A single green light flickered on the vault, then held steady.
Violet watched with bated breath as the lady drew closer to the door, whispering the next code. The very next moment, a second green light illuminated, and with a soft whir, the massive door glided open, revealing a breathtaking sight: rows upon rows of shining gold, shimmering jewelry, priceless treasures, ancient scrolls, and potent potions.
The lady's eyes, mesmerized, took on a golden hue as she beheld the vast hoard.
'Compose yourself, girl!' she chided herself internally. 'As of this moment, all these belong to you. If you look so shocked, the manager might suspect something.'
With a practiced calm, she slowly stepped inside, Violet, trailing behind her.
Her gaze settled on a golden box, perched atop a five-foot tall pillar, seemingly awaiting her with a silent smile.
