At a private club in River City, drinks flowed freely amid the lively atmosphere.

The man in the main seat wore a bespoke suit, his perfect features showing no emotion, impossible to read.

Even without speaking, his commanding presence dominated the room.

Travis Reeves, sitting to his right, stood up with his glass. "Mr. Blackwood, we're approaching this project with absolute sincerity. Whatever conditions RF has, we can meet them."

Profit wasn't the main concern ...