Mark's cold declaration stunned not only Sigourney but also the other employees in the meeting. They hesitated, exchanging uncertain glances before lowering their heads, as if pretending not to have witnessed anything.

Once Mark had spoken, he walked straight out, leaving Sigourney no chance to reply.

She paid him no mind and continued to chair the meeting. Turning to Venus, she announced,

"Regarding this bidding project, Venus will take charge of investigating which department the information ...