The Gulfstream G700 touched down at Ninoy Aquino International Airport under a sky streaked with early morning haze.
From the window, the sun cast a faint orange shimmer across the hangars and runways, a familiar view that signaled the end of Timothy's brief reprieve. The cabin lights flickered on as the plane taxied to a halt.
"Welcome back to Manila," Hana said from across the aisle, her tone all business again. The soft, playful voice from Singapore had vanished. In its place was the poised, sharp-tongued executive Timothy had first hired.
He gave a faint smirk. "Barely twelve hours and you've switched modes already."
She was scrolling through a holographic display on her tablet. "The IPO team has been waiting since six this morning. We have a full day ahead, valuation, underwriting, dual listing structure. Also, the financial press has been requesting a statement."
"Tell them to wait," Timothy said, loosening his seatbelt. "We speak when the paperwork's ready, not before."
