A few minutes later, a soft chime echoed through the hall. Unti-unting humina ang mga usapan habang umuusad si Mayor Hernandez sa unahan, hawak ang mikropono—ang presensya niya ay parehong may awtoridad at madaling lapitan. “Good evening, ladies and gentlemen—or shall I say… Madyaw nga dom,” panimula niya, malinaw at buo ang boses. “Tonight, we gather not just to share a meal, but to mark the beginning of something significant for our city.” A few nods. Glasses lifted. “Of course,” dagdag niya, bahagyang humarap sa direksyon namin, “this would not have been possible without the team that earned the trust of this city through their expertise and credibility.” Dahan-dahan niyang itinaas ang kamay patungo sa mesa namin. “Please join me in welcoming Villa Builders, led by its CEO, Mr. Lui
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