The clock slowly ticked along

It was growing quiet with every passing second.

Soon, it was 9:25, only five minutes left until the appointed time of 9:30.

Decker frowned and stared at the watch on his wrist.

One of the older shareholders remarked agitatedly, "It’ll be half past nine in five minutes. Where is this Mr. Bright? Is he coming?”

The others expressed a similar sentiment, “Yeah, is he going to come?”

"He’s invested so much in us. I’m sure he’ll be coming.”

“Is he intentionally keeping us waiting to prove his superiority over us?”

As they continued to bicker on, both Master Rockwell and Decker’s expressions darkened significantly.

If this was truly Mr. Bright’s intention, it was certainly a snapshot of what was about to happen next. This must be the first step of his plans in taking over Rockwell Corporation, beginning with a show of power over Decker.

As much as they hated to stomach it, they had no other choice.

it was, they had no choice but to yield the shares to him just as initially agreed. There was no backing out.

Knock.

they heard a crisp knock on the

beginning to grow agitated from the wait, quickly shut their mouths. All of them including Master Rockwell, Decker, and Clarice turned to the

executives to wait by the entrance to usher Mr. Bright into the room.

were knocking on the door instead

loud, "Is Mr. Bright here?"

"Yes, I am his lawyer. Mr.

Rockwell's expression shifted, and he quickly pulled himself to his feet with the

as well, suddenly feeling a

revered Mr. Bright

I recognize that voice. That’s Mr. Bright’s lawyer. I met him last time

you waiting for? Hurry up and invite him into

followed him

other shareholders followed

group formed, and they were

the two executives posted by the door promptly

Rockwell and Decker put on

and revealed the figure standing behind the door, their smiles

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