"You all know how Armand has survived two major wars without suffering a single casualty among our civilians or military. You know how our people live in comfort, how our markets thrive, how our cities are clean and our borders secure."
He paused, letting the weight of his words settle.
"It was achieved through foresight, planning, and understanding the truth of any situation. I see what others miss. I know what others don't. And I act on that knowledge."
He leaned forward slightly, his presence dominating the room.
"So, when I say I will correct your flaws… understand that it is not out of arrogance, but out of necessity. I do not need to explain how I know what I know. I only need you to trust that when I speak, it is with clarity, with foresight, and with truth. Your only task now is to listen, to answer honestly, and to plan without pride or pretense."
Meanwhile.
Javier ran out of the building and rushed toward the next room, his heart pounding.
