For once, the three men share the same optimism, driven purely by the competitive and business prospects of Ryoma's proposal.
There are no hidden schemes or ulterior motives this time, no grudges or malicious intentions lurking beneath the surface.
Shimamura is focused solely on what the opportunity could mean for his career as a boxer. Whatever resentment he once harbored has long since faded.
Meanwhile, Logan and Donovan see the proposal for what it is: a lucrative business opportunity with enormous potential, regardless of who ultimately emerges as champion.
Then Logan's phone rings. The caller ID shows Maria's name, and whatever good mood he's in begins to fade.
[Sir, it seems we have a bit of a problem with Ronin.]
"What is it, Maria?" Logan answers, gesturing to Donovan to excuse himself.
