Chapter 158 meeting the elites

"Ah, Andre," Don Alejandro said, his voice smooth and cultured. "And this must be the brilliant strategist we've heard so much about." Andre nodded, his hand on the small of Mariama's back. "Don Alejandro, may I present Mariama." Mariama stepped forward, meeting the Don's gaze steadily. "It's an honor to meet you, Don Alejandro." The Don's lips curved into a small smile. "The honor is mine, my dear. Please, sit. We have much to discuss." As Mariama took her seat, she felt the weight of everyone's attention on her. The woman to her left, elegantly dressed with a string of pearls around her neck, leaned in. "I must say, we were all quite impressed with your work on the Castellón job. Flawless execution." Mariama inclined her head in acknowledgment. "Thank you. I'm glad it met with your approval." Don Alejandro raised his hand, silencing the murmurs around the table. "Let us not waste time with pleasantries. Mariama, we find ourselves in need of your particular set of skills. The la