Afterward, Vaughn met with the finance team. Both Mrs. Thompson, the Chief Financial Officer in name, and Ivan, the actual Chief Financial Officer, were present. To maintain appearances, Mrs. Thompson led the meeting. Vaughn entered the room, his eyes quickly scanning the faces around the table, each one familiarizing himself with the new leadership.
As Mrs. Thompson began presenting the financial report for the quarter, Vaughn's attention was momentarily drawn to someone sitting among the team members. It was Jack, a figure who had always intrigued Vaughn. Jack was seated inconspicuously, blending in with the other finance team members, but there was an aura of darkness about him. Catching Vaughn's gaze, Jack nodded slightly, an unspoken acknowledgment passing between them.
