Viviane stared at Edwin with a piercing gaze, her eyes glittering with burning ambition and determination. The atmosphere in the room was tense, as if all time had stopped just for the two of them. In the dim light that illuminated the room, Viviane could see every frown on Edwin's forehead, every heartbeat that trembled in silence. She knew that the decision she would make in this moment would decide both of their fates.
“Edwin,” she said, her voice firm and steady, like a wave hitting the shore. “If a mine registered in the company name isn't what you want, then this is your chance to bring Archer down.” Viviane's voice reflected a blazing fighting spirit, a conviction that she wanted to spread to Edwin, despite knowing that she would have to fight hard to convince him.
“Didn't you onc
