Chapter 73 An incompetent leader?

The grand ballroom of the Luxor mansion buzzed with anticipation. Crystal chandeliers cast a warm glow over the gathering of Luxor's most influential figures. Mariama stood at the head of the long mahogany table, her posture exuding confidence despite the underlying tension in the room. "Ladies and gentlemen," Mariama began, her voice clear and authoritative, "thank you all for coming. Today, we'll be discussing the future of Luxor and the bold steps we need to take to secure our position in the market." She gestured to the sleek presentation screen behind her. "Our first order of business is the proposed merger with Tech Innovations. This partnership will give us a significant edge in the tech sector." Franco, seated near the middle of the table, leaned forward, his expression a mask of polite interest. "Mariama, if I may interrupt," he said smoothly. "While I appreciate your enthusiasm, I'm concerned about the financial implications of such a move. Have we thoroughly vetted Tech I