Chapter 72

As soon as an employee heard the news about the rumored up-and-coming ‘threat’ to De Ford Builds, they quickly tuned in to the news using their phones and tablets. Even the large TV in the employee’s lobby, which wasn’t frequently used, was turned on just so they could follow the updates.

“Good evening, everyone. Today, we bring you a special report on a rising player in the business world—the Ember Prime Corporation. Their recent surge in stock prices and ambitious infrastructure projects have certainly caught the eye of investors and the public alike.”

The camera panned various shots of Ember Prime’s future infrastructural projects, showcasing impressive buildings and developments. The employees of De Ford Builds exchanged glances, curiosity evident in their expressions.

“Have you heard about Ember Prime before?”

“No idea. This is the first time I’ve seen them in the news.”

“It looks like this company is quite impressive...”

“The head of Ember P