The high-ranking executives' team remained silent, primarily due to their uncertainty about Sylvia's intentions. They figured that if it wasn't their concern, staying silent was the right thing to do. After all, speaking up might stir unwanted trouble.

Even if they didn't offend Sylvia, they might offend Eric, the CIO and co-founder of the Innova Group.

Finally, one of the senior executives spoke up. "Since no one is speaking, let me express my thoughts."

He had come from Innova Tech, and his