"It's my pleasure to meet you," Von said with a slight smile on his face as they shook hands.
"Likewise," Stan replied.
With the introductions complete, Von resumed his seat while Stan stepped over to Vivian's desk.
As Vivian sat down as well, Stan's attention shifted to the documents spread across the desktop.
The top folder contained the finalized talent agreements from the previous evening's show, the contracts signed overnight by the talents and celebrities who had agreed to join Star Entertainment's roster.
He began flipping through them with great efficiency.
Seeing something, he couldn't help but frown.
A moment later, he turned back to the beginning and reviewed them again, this time more slowly.
"Vivian."
"Yes, Sir Stan?"
"Where's Xenia's contract?"
A flicker of discomfort crossed her face. It was not guilt but professional unease.
