Eira Whitlock's gaze swept across the room, her mind racing to identify this elusive figure of importance.
Sensing Everett Luminar's silence, Brian Adams understood his desire for anonymity and promptly addressed the crowd, "Ladies and Gentlemen, we are gathered here to discuss potential partnerships. There is no need to concern yourselves with anything else. As long as you possess the necessary capabilities and adhere to standard cooperation procedures, there will be no issues."
The attendees grasped the implication: the influential individual wished to remain unseen, overseeing the proceedings from the shadows. Elizabeth Whitlock, Paul White, Ethan Luminar, and Miles Luminar had already been dismissed.
The formal negotiation meeting commenced with all relevant parties present.
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