Inside a luxurious private room of an upscale hotel, a group of powerful business moguls sat around a long, polished table.
The atmosphere was lively, with the clinking of glasses and murmurs of conversation filling the space. However, all eyes soon turned toward one man, Ethan.
Dressed in a expensive tailored suit, Ethan exuded confidence as he leaned back in his chair, a slight smirk playing on his lips. He had gathered these high-profile executives for an important discussion, one that would undoubtedly shake up the business world in city.
One of the older CEOs, a man with graying hair and a sharp gaze, was the first to break the silence. He placed his wine glass on the table and looked at Ethan with curiosity.
“Ethan, you’ve gathered us all here in such a hurry. I assume it must be something significant?”
The other business leaders nodded in agreement, their interest piqued. Ethan, however, remained composed. His smirk widened slightly as he finally spoke.
“I assure you, all gentlemen, this is indeed good news.” He paused for a moment, allowing suspense to build. Then, with a calm but firm tone, he continued, “I believe all of you are well aware that recently, Reid Industries secured the exclusive rights to the city redevelopment project.”
As soon as he mentioned the Reid Industries, the atmosphere in the room subtly shifted. The mere mention of that name carried weight.
“Such a massive project,” Ethan continued, tapping his fingers lightly on the table, “yet Reid Industries plans to monopolize it entirely. Don’t you think that’s unfair?” His gaze swept across the room, gauging their reactions.
The room fell into an eerie silence. Then, a few of the CEOs exchanged glances before bursting into laughter. One of them, a stocky man with a cigar in hand, shook his head in amusement.
“Ethan, are you out of your mind?” he scoffed, taking a slow drag from his cigar. “You’re talking about dividing up Reid Industries’ project as if it’s some small-time deal. Do you even realize what you’re suggesting?”
Another executive, a lean man with sharp eyes, crossed his arms and leaned back. “Hah! Everyone knows the city redevelopment project is a gold mine, but tell me—who in their right mind would dare to challenge Reid Industries? Do you have a death wish?”
Murmurs of agreement filled the room. Some even shook their heads in disbelief, while others outright sneered at Ethan’s audacity.
The hotel room, once filled with excitement, was now overtaken by ridicule and skepticism. A few of the executives even stood up, preparing to leave.
But Ethan? He didn’t seem fazed at all.
Instead, he remained seated, an amused glint flashing in his eyes as he watched their reactions. With an air of absolute confidence, he spoke again.
“Anyone who wants to leave, can leave… I won’t stop you.” His voice was calm, almost casual, yet there was a hint of mystery in it.
He then leaned forward slightly, his smirk deepening. “But… don’t come complaining to me later, saying I didn’t give you a chance.”
His words sent a confusion through the room. Some of the executives who had been about to leave hesitated.
They weren’t sure why, but something about Ethan’s demeanor made them pause. It was as if he knew something they didn’t.
Despite their doubts, curiosity kept them rooted to their seats.
Seeing that no one else was eager to walk out, Ethan chuckled softly before finally dropping the real bombshell.
“Yes, Reid Industries may have unparalleled influence in city,” he admitted, nodding slightly. “But that doesn’t mean they hold the same level of power as Wells Family.”
The moment he said that, the executives stiffened slightly.
Ethan then gestured toward the elegant woman standing beside him, who had remained silent until now. All eyes turned toward her.
“Allow me to introduce someone to you,” Ethan continued smoothly. “This is Miss Trisha, the family member of the Wells Family—one of the most powerful families.”
As soon as her name was mentioned, the entire room fell into a stunned silence.
“The Wells Family?” One of the executives whispered, his face paling slightly.
Another muttered in disbelief, “Ethan… he actually has the support of the Wells Family?”
The moment Ethan revealed Trisha’s identity, the entire room fell into a stunned silence. The business leaders present weren’t fools, they all understood the weight of his words.
With the Wells Family’s backing, Ethan wasn’t just making empty claims; he genuinely had the power to stand against Reid Industries.
However, just as murmurs of shock and realization began to spread, Ethan let out a low chuckle. His expression was unreadable, a mix of amusement and mystery. Then, shaking his head slowly, he spoke again.
“I think all of you have misunderstood something.”
His words immediately captured everyone’s attention. The curiosity in the room deepened, and some executives instinctively leaned forward, eager to hear what he had to say next.
Ethan deliberately paused, letting the suspense build. After ensuring that he had every pair of eyes in the room fixed on him, he finally continued.
“There’s something else you should know.” His voice was calm, yet the weight behind his words was undeniable.
“Just a couple of days ago, I visited the Wells Family’s estate.” He let that statement settle before adding, “And while I was there… I provided them with my expertise in Fortune Skills and assisted in a major renovation.”
A flicker of confusion passed through the crowd, but before anyone could question him, Ethan smiled knowingly and added,
“So, to be clear—it’s not that I sought out the Wells Family for support.” His voice grew slightly deeper, carrying an air of absolute confidence. “It’s that the Wells Family now owes me a favor.”
The weight of that statement sent another shockwave through the room.
At first, the business moguls had merely thought that Ethan had managed to form some kind of alliance with the Wells Family.
But alliances could be fragile, built on mutual benefit rather than true commitment. If Reid Industries retaliated, there was always a chance that the Wells Family would hesitate, considering the power balance in the city.
But a favor?
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