Laughter rippled through the formal atmosphere like a refreshing breeze.
Evelyn Cross, President of Osborn Intercontinental Hotel Group, smiled brightly. "Like royalty! Your team has truly created paradise on that residential island. My kids can't stop raving about our ocean-view mansion!"
"I've lost weight," chimed in Halston Graye from Osborn Security & Defense. "Turns out evening jogs on black sand beaches beat treadmill workouts any day."
Morgan Li from Osborn Restaurant Group added with mock regret, "I've gained weight! That Varenyan cuisine is dangerously delicious."
The room erupted into chuckles once more before Arthur's expression turned serious again.
"I'm glad you're all adjusting well," he said firmly. "But let's be clear: comfort won't last."
With a swift gesture from his hand, dozens of holographic screens descended silently from above,each one showcasing global metrics and predictive simulations.
