Night slowly settled over London.The city lights reflected across the glass towers of Canary Wharf, making the financial district look calm and peaceful.But inside one of those towers, the atmosphere was anything but calm.Selene Ward stood in front of a massive digital wall filled with financial data.The market graphs had already stabilized.The Foundation system had successfully blocked their attacks.Again.Behind her, several analysts worked silently at their terminals.One of them spoke carefully.“Marcus Carter’s reputation is collapsing.”Selene didn’t turn around.“I expected that.”The analyst continued.“Media sentiment has shifted in Adrian Hale’s favor.”Selene’s eyes remained fixed on the glowing charts.“Also expected.”Another screen changed.A new report appeared.Foundation Network: Stability Rate — 94%Selene finally smiled faintly.“Impressive.”Behind her, a tall man stepped into the room.His suit was dark.His expression unreadable.“Adrian Hale continues to s
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