Luminary

"What did you say? Ariel took over Lostic?"

Daphne couldn't believe what she heard and directed her question at Carolus. With a cup of tea in front of her, she looked at her personal assistant. She found a nod as the beginning of his answer.

"Yes, madam. As of today, Lostic is under the direct control of Mr. Ariel."

Daphne decided to take a sip of her tea first. She needed to savor the slightly bitter and sweet taste. Then she let out a small sigh and said, "He must not be interested in managing Lostic; I know. Ariel's real goal is to sabotage Garrett."

Carolus had already thought of that, which was why he hadn't delayed meeting Daphne that morning.

"Is there anything I should do?"

Daphne shook her head after a moment's thought. "For now, nothing. Let Ariel do what he wants. But stay alert. If anything suspicious happens, you know what to do."

"Alright, madam."

Putting the cup of tea and its saucer back on the table, Daphne the