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at first, then he

ed casually, "Can you believe Paul Marchant just

over the internet; it's sad. Th

meeting that could shape the next quarter of thei

scenery, admiring the skyscrapers glinting past the Tesla's tinted window. Then the car crept through the grand gat

George's side. Then he stepped out immediately; he moved with deliberate ease to the other side of t

ly gave her hand in his with a small smile forming on her lips. It wa

tructure that is a seamless blend of modern luxury and functional

s. Each floor was thoughtfully designed with an integrated electro

locking hands together like a newlywed couple, staff

ers from various branches: men in suits and women in tailored dr

cticed grace, sitting side by

the discussions grew more inten

ape for over a decade, she had witnessed firsthand the tra

ns, and I will personally oversee this is put into effect. W

xecutives nod

at is a very good suggestion, Mrs. Grange.

olders have made it clear: stability matters, yes, b

for expansion, but the legal structure is still operating on the assumptions of where w

ter the Memorand

of the executives, George spiraled around the table, ens

ss the table, "but altering the memorandum shouldn't be considered for now

icer sitting right opposite

, "let's not forget, I'm a Harvar

nt quiet. No

" "That is why we have a board. We aren't operating

ociation of any company requires a formal

hould. I'm just presenting a p

r training. "You're intelligent. Sharp. Always have been. Harva

d that influence happe

berate, "just know it is left for the board to

scraped back and murmurs rose as peop

usted his cuff, adorning a professional

" he asked lightl

d up. "Yes,

t click of Amelia's Jimmy Choo heels echoed alongside the low thud of his shoes as they walked side by si

ere supported by sleek pillars that glinted under soft pendant lighting. The centerpiece of the space w

where the catered lunch had already been

like to eat, my

ortless but cost her something each time. It curved her lips just enough t

tly, her tone smooth and polished. George returned with a smi

was something precious. On it sat a delicate slice of honey-glazed salmon, resting on a bed of garlic wild ric

soft, crafted smile. "Some

at same flawless smile tugging at her lips again

served himself a balanced portion of grilled steak, a scoop o

le and eased into his

thly, "I hope you're

d as she nodded wi

he charm and civility, sat two people who

d must be proud of you." He said and look

nt; a quiet unease began to bloom in her chest un

bloom in her chest, cree

red for the new night to ask her qu

e was in for