Karen's heart skipped a beat upon hearing the President's question. She quickly masked her panic and replied, "We've reached a consensus on the main points, but there are still some details to be worked out."
Without changing his expression, Young Pretorius said, "I understand. You may leave now!"
His voice carried a hint of sorrow, clearly indicating that his heart was not at peace. Young Pretorius was no saint, and in the face of self-interest, he could not maintain complete serenity.
Karen's expression had not escaped his notice. If things were as he expected, this trusted confidant had also been in contact with the Austrians and might have even betrayed him.
Being smart enough to have reached his current position, Young Pretorius naturally wouldn't bother to confirm whether Karen had betrayed him.
At this stage, it no longer mattered. Even if she remained loyal, refusing the Austrians' bribes and confessing everything to him, what difference would it make?
