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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.

approached from outside the

as a scholarly-looking middle-aged

Apex Corp, Ms. Riddle,” Reggie

Mr. Martinez,” Nicole stood up,

a seat,” Reggie invited her. “It’s an honor to have you here

nodded, smiling. “I’m honored too. Let’s hope we

to it,” Reggie said with

the prepared documents.” This is our show

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

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

keenly observed Reggie’s every move,

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

“While I believe my plan is solid,

about Apex Corp’s stance, Nicole aimed to gauge