Sylvia maintained a composed expression. "You call them underhanded tactics, but are they really? Besides, we haven't manipulated them. We're simply conducting business as usual. Isn't this the structure of business in various cities?

"On the contrary, I've heard a lot of negative things about the Pentras from them. Mr. Pentra, could this be true? Are they slandering you?"

Bryce's expression fluctuated.

Sylvia had said too much, leaving him unsure how to respond.

"How exactly does minding ou