Aaron walked out of the Sterling Enterprises tower, the tall glass facade gleaming under the afternoon sun. His assistant trailed beside him, holding the signed folder tightly. The air outside felt lighter—like the moment after winning a gamble you didn't think you could pull off.
Aaron paused for a second at the curb, turning back to look at the massive building that loomed behind him. His lips curved into a satisfied smile. "We just secured the strongest partner in the country," he murmured.
His assistant chuckled. "You sound proud, sir."
Aaron straightened his suit jacket, his eyes glinting. "I am. It's not every day a man like Miles Sterling shakes your hand."
Then the two entered their car and drove off, their new future already forming on the horizon.
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Back upstairs, Miles watched from his office window, arms loosely folded across his chest, a faint smirk playing on his face.
