The crowd behind me surged forward, pushing me involuntarily towards the small stage.

I didn't understand these people. What were they so excited about? They were all shouting and jumping around, and I couldn't help but look towards the stage.

Finally, I saw him.

Atlas, dressed in a sharp black designer suit and a silver tie, confidently strode onto the stage. He looked even more commanding and charismatic than the last time I saw him. My heart pounded wildly in my chest.

This was my first time seeing him since that day at the hospital. He seemed larger than life, a true king among men. It was no wonder the women in the audience were going wild. They might have even tried to pounce on him if he was any closer.

I hadn't realized that Atlas owned Arkadia Plaza. Even the coveted Sautoir Fine Jewelry, which everyone was clamoring for, was his. I thought Atlas was only involved in development, but I was sorely mistaken.

He waved his hand, signaling the enthusiastic crowd to quiet dow