Like a defendant brought to face justice, he was escorted to occupy the lonely seat in the middle of the meeting hall.
All of Falcon Group's high commands except Sean were there just as Gloria had promised.
Ryley had no idea if these people had heard of the truth about him being an Enigma and indirectly involved in the attack that jeopardized the life of their new CEO.
All that he knew was, nobody in that magnificent hall looked at him with warmth in their eyes. They were either terrified or bloodthirsty, there was simply no in between.
So this was how it felt to have the resources but not the power.
Vultures and hyenas would never blink their eyes for a second, always waiting and plotting for his downfall.
But Ryley refused to shrink upon the intimidation. He straightened his back and held up his head high.