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A Place Above Her Expectations
The appearance of Raiden Bolt immediately changed the atmosphere around the table.Mileena looked up at him with genuine surprise, having never expected to encounter her employer during her day off. She had come to the restaurant simply to enjoy a quiet afternoon, and the last person she had imagined meeting was the owner of Aurora Hotel.“Mr. Bolt? What are you doing here?” she asked.Raiden smiled faintly. “I could ask you the same question. I did not expect to see you here.”“I am enjoying my day off,” Mileena explained. “I thought I would have lunch somewhere nice.”“I see.” Raiden glanced briefly at the people around her before turning his attention back to her. “I hope I am not interrupting anything.”“Not at all.”Brielle had been watching their exchange with growing curiosity. She recognized Raiden from the news, particularly the reports about Aurora Hotel and his confrontation with Leonard at Blackwell Grand. More importantly, she knew exactly who he was in relation to Angeli
An Unexpected Encounter
Mileena had decided to spend her afternoon away from the hotel, something she rarely allowed herself to do. After several demanding weeks at Aurora, she wanted a quiet meal and a little time to herself, without having to think about reservations, staff schedules, or the endless stream of reports that usually occupied her attention.The restaurant was located inside one of the city's most prestigious shopping centers, known for its elegant interior and exclusive clientele. Mileena had just finished ordering when she heard someone call her name.She turned around and found herself looking at a familiar face.“Ethan?”Ethan Caldwell stood a few steps away, dressed in an expensive shirt and tailored trousers. He looked slightly surprised to see her, but before he could say anything, the woman beside him slipped her arm through his.“Do you know her?” the woman asked.“Yes. This is Mileena, my ex-girlfriend,” Ethan replied.The woman looked Mileena over with open curiosity. She was dressed
An Offer Worth Considering
The door closed behind Raiden as he entered the private room with Sebastian. Unlike the main hall, where conversations and business introductions had filled the atmosphere, the smaller room was quiet and designed for private discussions. A folder had already been placed on the table, accompanied by several documents that appeared to contain preliminary information about the investment project."Please, have a seat, Mr. Bolt," Sebastian said, gesturing toward the chair opposite him.Raiden sat down, while Sebastian took the seat across the table and opened the folder."I appreciate you taking the time to speak with me. As I mentioned earlier, the project we are preparing is considerably larger than most of the business opportunities currently available in this region. We are planning to develop an integrated commercial district that will include business properties, hospitality facilities, retail spaces, and supporting infrastructure."Sebastian briefly explained the general scope of th
A Misguided Confidence
Leonard Blackwell was becoming increasingly uncomfortable with the attention Sebastian Valmont had given Raiden throughout the gathering. He had come prepared to introduce Blackwell Group as a strong candidate for the investment project, yet Sebastian had spent considerably more time discussing business matters with the owner of Aurora Hotel.Leonard was unwilling to let the opportunity slip away without making his own case."Mr. Valmont," he said as Sebastian was preparing to return to the private room, "would you have a few minutes to discuss something with us? I believe there are several matters concerning our company's capabilities that might be worth discussing in greater detail."Sebastian glanced at him before nodding."Certainly. You may come with me."Leonard immediately motioned for Gideon to follow. The two men entered the private room, where Sebastian invited them to take their seats. His expression remained composed, giving little indication of what he thought about their
Beyond Financial Strength
Raiden remained seated for a moment, considering how to respond to Sebastian's question. Several businessmen in the room were watching him with curiosity, while Leonard sat with an expression that suggested he was not expecting anything particularly impressive from the younger man."From what I understand, this project will require a substantial investment and long-term commitment," Raiden began. "However, I believe the first thing a potential partner should consider is not how much money they can put into it, but whether the project can be managed sustainably once it begins."Sebastian nodded, encouraging him to continue."Large investments often attract businesses because of the potential returns, but the greater the scale, the more important it becomes to evaluate the risks involved. A company might have sufficient capital to begin construction or establish operations, but that does not necessarily mean it can manage the project successfully over several years."A few attendees exc
The Real Competition
The atmosphere inside the conference hall gradually settled after Sebastian welcomed Raiden personally. Although several guests were still curious about the young hotel owner, the gathering soon returned to its original purpose as the attendees took their seats.Leonard sat beside Gideon, his expression carefully controlled despite the irritation he felt. He had not expected Raiden to receive such special treatment, and the fact that Sebastian had personally waited for him was difficult to dismiss. Nevertheless, Leonard reminded himself that being invited did not necessarily mean Raiden had any real advantage in securing the project.After all, Blackwell Group possessed financial resources and business experience that Aurora Hotel could hardly match.Sebastian eventually stepped onto the small stage at the front of the hall. He waited until the remaining conversations had faded before addressing the guests."First, I would like to thank everyone for taking the time to attend this gath
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