Chapter 50

Yaeger paused for a moment and looked at me with a faint smile. "Talking to someone smart is always easier." I smiled back and waited quietly for Yaeger to continue. "I heard you're planning to start your own company and go independent, right?" Yaeger's question was straightforward. I nodded and replied with equal frankness. "Yes." He seemed a bit surprised. "Sounds like you're all set." "Yes." "Leon, starting your own business is very exhausting. The initial investment is substantial, and it's not easy to establish a company and secure partnerships." I nodded and smiled. "Indeed. However, my company is already registered, and we've found a location. We're holding the opening ceremony in a few days. I hope you will grace us with your presence." By saying this, I aimed to show my determination to go independent and to dispel any thoughts Yaeger had of retaining me. Yaeger looked at me in surprise. "You've already made the preparations?" "Yes, and I've even found partners." M