Chapter 53：Shades of Negotiation

Several days later, the much-anticipated meeting commenced as scheduled on a bright and sunny morning. Top executives and board members had already taken their seats in the elegant conference room. Suddenly, the door swung open, and Ronaldo, accompanied by his daughter Claire, strode in. Their entrance caused a brief pause among the attendees, who quickly resumed their composure.

"Ronaldo, it's a pleasure to meet you finally. I'm Sebastian," said Sebastian, rising to greet him. "This is my secretary, Charlotte, and my assistant, Nathan," he added, introducing them with a polite gesture.

As Ronaldo entered, his sharp eyes immediately noticed Charlotte. There was a resemblance to someone from his past, but he maintained his composure, shaking Sebastian's hand firmly.

"Please, take a seat. This is my daughter Claire. You've met before," Ronaldo remarked, observing Sebastian and Charlotte closely for their reactions.

Charlotte glanced up at Claire, recalling their brief encounter in Sebas