Incredible Michael Ventura

Luminous Plaza Hotel

Three days later, Edward called Michael, who was still fast asleep. Startled by the ringing phone, Michael groggily answered, "Hello?"

His father's authoritative voice resonated through the phone, "Michael, it's Edward. I have some news for you."

Rubbing his eyes, Michael replied, "What is it, Dad?"

Edward informed him, "Mr. Weller, the Marketing Director of Vanguard Industries who was supposed to accompany you, had an unexpected issue. Therefore, I want you to present yourself as the new Marketing Director of Vanguard Industries for the contract signing."

Confused and still half-asleep, Michael protested, "But Dad, I'm not prepared for this. I don't even know the details of the contract! Can't we reschedule?"

"No time for that now, Michael. I've already informed them you'll be there. You have to represent the company." Edward said.

Without giving Michael a chance to argue further, Edward abruptly hung up. Annoyed and reluctantly accepting his situation, Michael grumbled as he got out