Chapter 34

• “We didn’t expect Chairman Carter to grace us with his presence tonight. It’s truly an honor,” Director Qasa said, standing up with a smile that looked more like submission.
• I didn’t turn to look, but I felt it the way the air shifted the moment he walked in. A tightening across the room, like someone had just walked a loaded weapon through the door.
• “Come, have my seat, Chairman Carter,” Producer Wang said quickly, pulling out the chair beside Vanessa.