As they stepped inside the building, Logan was immediately struck by the grandeur of the event. The lobby had been transformed into a sophisticated venue, with elegant decorations, soft lighting, and a large stage at the far end.There were round tables covered with white tablecloths, each one decorated with fresh flowers and candles. A long buffet table was set up along one wall, filled with trays of food and drinks.People were mingling, talking in groups, holding glasses of wine and champagne.Most of the people here were workers, while others had been invited one way or the other. Logan noticed that not everyone here knew he was the one running the company. That was exactly how he wanted it. He preferred to stay in the background, out of the spotlight.But many of them recognized Bright. As they walked through the crowd, several people approached Bright to shake his hand and exchange pleasantries.Bright handled it all with ease, smiling and chatting with everyone who came up to

"Logan, my boy, come in. Breakfast is ready." Pa Lancaster's voice was warm as he gestured toward the dining table in the large living room of the mansion. It was morning already and the morning sun filtered through the tall windows, casting golden light across the polished floors.Logan walked in and sat down across from Pa Lancaster. He had come to see the man just like he had promised Ed the previous day. The table was set with a simple but elegant breakfast, scrambled eggs, toast, fresh fruit, and coffee."Good morning, Grandpa," Logan said, reaching for his cup of coffee."Good morning," Pa Lancaster replied with a small smile, studying his grandson carefully. "You look well. Did you sleep okay?""I did," Logan answered, though his mind had been restless with thoughts of both Arielle and this mysterious meeting.He still wasn't sure why pa Lancaster wanted to see him. Of course he does come over to the mansion most times to see the old man.But pa Lancaster had sounded really s