By the time the meeting inside ended, nearly two hours had passed. During that time, Dilos had finished altering the detailed memories of the three board members who met the plan's requirements. The only one left was Simon Masaroni, the billionaire majority shareholder and chairman, whose memories he couldn't alter because he was carrying a blocking device.
At this point, the first half of the plan had been accomplished.
When they heard the meeting room door open, the two exchanged a brief glance. Understanding each other without a word, they stood where they were and waited for Simon Masaroni to come out.
People began filing out of the meeting room, and the bodyguards at the door started leaving with their employers. But their target still hadn't appeared. Dilos and Lex glanced through the open doorway and saw that he was still sitting at the conference table, talking with a man in a black suit who looked to be over fifty. From the looks of it, their conversation wouldn't end anytime soon.
"That old man is my father, Lionel Luthor." Lex turned his head slightly and quietly explained to Lex behind him, "Remember, you're my assistant now. When my father talks to me later, stay calm if he brings up anything you can't stand. That old lunatic has always had a knack for saying the most offensive things. Don't let it interfere with the plan."
Dilos nodded and quietly replied, "Don't worry. I know what I'm doing."
As he spoke, Dilos looked at Lex's father.
The man's face already showed a few wrinkles, but his healthy complexion and bright eyes gave him a vigorous air. His shoulder-length hair, coarse white beard, and composed expression didn't make him seem old; instead, they gave him a distinctive air of authority.
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