Maxine was lost in thought.

The Capital was the core and economic lifeline of Sol. James’ actions would implicate not just a single company or a conglomerate. Eighty percent of companies and conglomerates established in Sol would be affected. Things would get complicated if something went out of hand.

“Here’s what I think, James.” After contemplation, Maxine said, “Despite the Cadens’ participation and the courting of conglomerates with a clean background, there’s no guarantee that we can ef