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Meeting old friends

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Julian was sitting in his study, the faint glow of his desk lamp illuminating the stack of documents he was reviewing. He had just started making some progress when his phone buzzed on the desk.

He glanced at the screen, recognizing the name instantly: Ethan.

Ethan was one of his oldest friends, someone he had managed to stay in touch with despite his busy life. But Ethan wasn’t the type to call for small talk.

Julian sighed and picked up the phone. “What do you want, Ethan?”

“Julian! Is that any way to greet an old friend?” Ethan’s voice boomed through the line, full of energy and excitement.

Julian pinched the bridge of his nose. “I’m busy. Get to the point.”

“Well, Mr. Busy CEO, I’m back in the country!” Ethan declared.

Julian raised an eyebrow. “You’re back? What happened to that extended stay in Europe?”

“Got bored. Anyway, everyone’s meeting at the usual spot tonight—the bar. You’re coming.”

Julian leaned back in his chair, rubbing his temple. “I don’t have time
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