Chapter 81

"Mr. Blackwood?" The receptionist stared at him with wide eyes. Aaron gave a slight nod and made his way to the elevator. The elevator shot straight up to the 23rd floor, the office space for the Galaxy Project's team. As the doors opened, Matthew and several core team members were already waiting for him. They greeted him with visible excitement. "Mr. Blackwood!" Matthew took Aaron's suitcase from him. "I can't believe you really came! This is amazing! We've been on the verge of losing it these past few days." Aaron looked at the familiar faces before him. "How could I leave you guys hanging? Let's get into it. Show me what's going on right now." They had just entered the conference room when Esther stormed in, looking frazzled. "Aaron!" She stood at the door, a few beads of sweat still glistening on her forehead. Unlike the Esther from a few days ago, the Esther today wore light makeup and a simple white dress, with hair pulled back into a ponytail. "Ms. Butterfield." Aaro