I felt more confident after my discussion with executives from the two nearby cities the day before.

We needed influential people to join us if we wanted to expand the company. Their presence would enhance the company's strength and credibility, and they’d help the company management as well.

It had been a long-standing wish of mine to invite Dominic to join us.

He didn't immediately answer my question.

These two men had different inspection targets and criteria.

Fred was interested in th