Aboard the airship, the Radiant Feldspar...
"You're here, Director Topaz! The Family's representatives are still preparing inside, and the big boss hasn't arrived yet-it'll probably be a while before the talks begin," said an elderly man named Thomas.
"Well, look at all this. The Family really pulled out all the stops to keep up appearances." Topaz surveyed the airship's decorations and furnishings. "I thought they'd pick somewhere more discreet and formal to talk business. I never expected a luxury airship..."
"Um... Director, I asked around earlier. Apparently, this Radiant Feldspar belongs to the Clover Family," Thomas said. "This meeting between the Corporation and the Family will directly affect Penacony's future development. Something this important ought to be discussed in a secret meeting at... at... oh, right, Dewlight Pavilion. But this atmosphere... tsk, it hardly feels serious enough."
"Oh..." Understanding dawned on Topaz's face. "Looks like this meeting is probably just an appetizer. Whoever arranged it likely just wants to sound out the Corporation beforehand.
"This big shot either has ambitions of his own and wants to reach some sort of understanding with us ahead of time, or he plans to intimidate us into backing off."
"Oh my, that's Director Topaz for you! You certainly see things clearly! When the big boss gets here, make sure you remind her to stay sharp, too. They might be setting a trap..."
"Hahaha, thanks for the warning, but I don't think that'll be necessary. When that lady sits down at the negotiating table, it's always the other side that needs to worry~ Tell everyone on the team to focus on their own duties. There's no need to lose sleep over the negotiations."
"Oh... understood. I'll pass that along right away."
"Ah, right, one more thing-" Topaz stopped Thomas as he was about to leave.