ly at him. Lucas looked at the operating room and the light was still on. 'Should I leave now? Perhaps check back later.' he asked himself quiet

as said to Logan, even though he had never really heard about Logan's family. The air was thick with tension as both of them sized each other up, their words piercing through each other's hearts. "So, what can I do for you, Lucas?" Logan asked, his tone dripping with false courtesy. 'I have heard from my other colleagues that Logan is a parent's child. Thankfully, he didn't bring his mother to the meeting." Lucas thought to himself as he scanned through the room. He leaned forward, his hands clenched together. "I think we can help each other, Logan. I have a proposition that could benefit both of us." Logan raised an eyebrow, intrigued despite himself. "I'm listening." Logan said sharply, and Lucas smiled. Lucas leaned back in his chair, feeling like the boss, as he pressed his fingers "I have been looking to expand my oil company's reach into the US market. I believe we could work together to create a new venture." Lucas said to Logan. Logan raised an eyebrow. "I'm not sure how my textile company can help with that" Lucas smiled. "Ah, but that's where you're wrong. You see, I've been looking into sustainable materials for oil production and your company's creative textiles could be just what I need." Just like the saying goes. Tell people what they want to hear. He should be impressed by all I have been saying, right?' Lucas thought to himself. Logan's eyes narrowed, intrigued. "Well, you are right, we are the best, of course. Go on" 'Felt like I was talking to a child with the way he kept smiling and running his hands through his hair. Such an amateur', Lucas was so disgusted by Logan's childish behavior. Lucas leaned forward again. "I propose we create a joint venture, using your textiles to create more efficient and sustainable oil production methods. In return, I'll provide funding and resources to help expand your company's reach into the Australian market." 'Now, this should have him locked him in. Lucas thought. Logan's eyes widened as he grabbed the potential. "That's a bold move, Lucas. But I like it." Lucas nodded. "I thought you might. As a toke