In the secretary's office, sunlight streamed through the floor-to-ceiling window, illuminating Sophie Parker's exquisite makeup.
She was reporting work progress to Charles Smith with a smug expression: "Secretary General, we have contacted several core engineers from Carter Automotive, offering them double salaries. If nothing unexpected happens, they should be able to start at Imperial Motors next month."
Charles sat behind the desk, his gaze behind the gold-rimmed glasses holding a hint of scrutiny: "No response from Deity Owen's side?"
Sophie's red lips curved into a mocking arc: "What reaction could she have? Ever since Carlos disappeared, she's been quite dejected, staying holed up at the Cloud Lake Villa all the time." She played disdainfully with the pen in her hand, "Looks like she's planning to retire to the sidelines and become a full-time mom."
— Carlos is likely not dead yet.
