Coincidentally, Ryan had also arrived. I briefly explained my thoughts to him, and after some contemplation, he responded, "No problem. But we need to provide a reasonable justification since we voluntarily withdrew from the competition before."

Ryan always adhered to his principles. Every action required a valid reason.

After some thinking, I told him, "If necessary, I'll find a way to change the dynamics, reshuffle the project team, and ask Atticus to withdraw his connections through legitimate channels so we can compete fairly."

I presented my well-founded reasons and plans to Ryan. To me, this was the safest strategy.

After communicating with Joyce, Ryan adopted my approach.

I immediately arranged a secret meeting with Atticus, and after some negotiation, we reached an agreement. He would find a way to overturn the current contract for Phase Two of Avalon Hills, reshuffle the team, and create a new arrangement.

Meanwhile, Grayson prepared for Muborough. We would expose it onc