TORN TO SHREDS

Lucien's patience is already wearing thin, so he is cold and has a deep frown etched on his face when he turns to Mr. Ethan and asks, "What exactly is it again Bryson? Thought we already have a solution at hand!"

Mr. Ethan is taken aback by Lucien's coldness. But, after quickly reflecting on how hectic everything must be for him and how impatient that must be making him right now, he calms himself down and says with utmost sincerity, "It was not my intention to get you pissed, Mr. Wood, and for that, I genuinely apologize.

"I do know we've come up with a solution, but the thing is, I think there's a way we can make things go faster. Normally, a man of your caliber should have known this before now, but since your mind is so preoccupied, you must have missed it. I-"

"Cut to the chase, Bryson! I don't have time for all that nonsense! Mi amor, her father, and her sister are in danger! Just say what you want to say already! You are provoking me!" Lucien scowls.

"I'm sorry! Ok, this is it;