The documents scattered across the long conference table.

Due to this action, the arguing board members instantly fell silent.

Everyone looked at Samuel, waiting for him to speak.

"I'm sure everyone's throats are dry from all this arguing. Let's take a break for lunch and water, then continue this discussion after," he said.

Though his words seemed casual, they carried significant authority.

The board members lowered their heads in silence, but none dared to ...