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 effectively deal with the situation. After all, when driven solely by interests, it would be impossible for us to unite as one.”

James listened to her intently. He knew little about what Maxine was talking about.

Maxine continued, “Why don’t we establish a conglomerate or a Chamber of Commerce ourselves and pulled those businesses in? Only by combining forces with companies, whether SMEs or huge conglomerates, can we effectively deal with the situation. Otherwise, Sol will descend into disorde