Mac Crawford spent the entire night going through every piece of information his team had gathered about Greg Barnsley.The more he searched, the less sense everything made.Greg appeared ordinary on the surface.His marriage to Alina was public.His association with the Gatwick family was public.His position at Gatwick Investments was also public.But everything before that seemed strangely empty.There were no meaningful business records.No major employment history.No obvious source of wealth.No family company.No investment portfolio that could explain his sudden influence.Yet Aurelious Group treated him differently.That was what bothered Mac the most.He picked up the folder again."How can someone with almost no trace have this much influence?"His assistant stood across the room."We still haven't found his financial records.""Have you checked the banks?""Yes.""And?""Nothing useful."Mac frowned."Nothing?""His public financial profile doesn't match the scale of the t

The day of the business reception finally arrived.The event was being held at the Grand Imperial Hotel, one of the most prestigious venues in Belton. Several influential businesspeople had confirmed their attendance, including executives from major corporations, investment firms, and wealthy family-owned enterprises.For Mac Crawford, the reception presented an opportunity he could not afford to waste.He arrived early, dressed in an expensive black suit. His assistant followed closely behind him, carrying a folder containing information about several companies he hoped to approach.As soon as Mac entered the reception hall, several guests greeted him."Mr. Crawford, it's good to see you.""Your father must be proud of your achievements.""We should arrange a meeting soon. I have an investment opportunity I would like to discuss with the Crawford family."Mac responded confidently, shaking hands and exchanging pleasantries.This was the environment in which he felt most comfortable.