The door creaked open, interrupting Alex as he was intently typing away on his computer. Jack sauntered in, his presence filling the room with a buoyant energy.
" Hey, Alex! Long time no see " he greeted, tossing his coat onto the visitor's chair.
Alex looked up, surprised but visibly pleased. " Jack, what brings you here? " he asked, motioning for his brother to take a seat.
" Business as usual. How's your company holding up? " Jack inquired, his eyes curious and eager for details.
" Steady, but challenging. The new marketing strategy seems promising " Alex replied, giving Jack a rundown of recent developments and setbacks in his business.
Hours passed swiftly as they dived into the nitty-gritty of Alex's venture. The conversation ebbed and flowed, Jack's inquisitive nature spurring
