Aaron POV We reminisced and discussed the company's future as we sat down to eat. The air was filled with glee and optimism, and I had the impression that we were all prepared to face any challenges that might come our way. Elijah suddenly changed his demeanor as the night came to an end. Everyone at the table could tell that something wasn't right from his serious and intense appearance. "Elijah, what's wrong?" I asked, detecting that something was annoying him. Elijah spoke in a low, serious voice, "I have something to tell you all." something I've been trying to keep from you for some time." As I listened to Elijah's words, my heart started to beat faster. I couldn't help but wonder what Elijah had to say, given that I was aware that the Russian mafia posed a constant threat. "The

