Chapter 16: Collaboration Request

Back to the present.

At King's Enterprises Headquarters.

Adrian held his chin high as he moved his wheelchair into the conference room. There was an ongoing commotion, and he knew why.

"This is the third project the ACE Construction Firm has taken from us."

"Well, the same company owns a metal factory. It's understandable how they could offer a lower bid."

"It isn't just the bid!" Adrian's father, Anthony King, said. "From what I have gathered, the ACE Construction Firm offered to redesign the Megaworld Entertainment Plaza. They found a fault in the initial design!"

"They gained favor because they went above and beyond their service!" Anthony added. "Why didn't we see that? Huh? Didn't we hire the best engineers? That is a hundred-billion-dollar project we lost!"

"Fredrick, Brett? Answer me!" Anthony questioned.

Just then, Adrian appeared before them. His calm expression silenced everyone. He found his place, and Clint sat beside him. Then he asked, "I thought the meeting was at ei