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headquarters.

Back at the hotel, Jared hung around the room. His sole purpose on this trip was to be with Nicole; he had no work lined up.

Jared’s eyes took on a cold glint as he was standing by the windows.

After a brief silence, he dialed Zane’s number. “Zane, they’re making their moves.”

“Got it. I’ll arrange assistance and share some new leads. Let’s meet,” Zane responded.

“Alright,” Jared ended the call.

After he stowed away his phone, his gaze out the window hardened even more.

After explaining her visit, the receptionist guided her to the meeting room.

“Please wait; Mr. Martinez will be here soon,” the receptionist informed Nicole.

footsteps approached from outside the

as a scholarly-looking middle-aged man

Apex Corp, Ms. Riddle,” Reggie Martinez greeted

you, Mr. Martinez,” Nicole stood up, responding

Reggie invited her. “It’s an honor to have you here

Let’s hope we

looking forward to it,” Reggie said with

Nicole handed him the prepared documents.”

she had one condition: Reggie himself must be present. This symbolized mutual sincerity, and naturally, she came prepared with a collaboration

into the documents, his expressions danced between frowns, smiles, and head shakes,

keenly observed Reggie’s every move, narrowing her eyes

that Reggie wasn’t displeased with her proposal, but there was an unmistakable hesitation

Martinez,” Nicole chimed in, “While I believe my plan is solid, if you have any thoughts, let’s discuss

her proposal yet uncertain about Apex Corp’s stance,