"Ah, it’s been a while…!" "Indeed."

How long has it been…

Of course, she’s been diligently carrying out my commands. She’s been attending those fucking meetings quite often, but lately, it’s actually been me who hasn't been able to participate.

"Why are you acting so formal? There are other people here."

I acknowledged her greeting and patted her on the shoulder. She briefly looked up at me, then quickly averted her eyes.

Indeed, the hierarchy is always properly maintained.

"Are these all presidents or something?" "Yes, they are presidents of the groups operated by our Min family, and the presidents from the recently absorbed Daejin Group, and—" "Huh? And this woman is…"