Following the General was a stark contrast in energy... the Alistair Twins, heirs to the largest shipping conglomerate in the sector.
They stepped out of their vehicle, draped in chameleon silk that changed color from deep violet to emerald green as they moved.
They laughed and threw small commemorative coins into the crowd of reporters, a display of wealth so casual it was almost insulting.
Finally, the atmosphere shifted. The frantic shouting of the reporters died down. A fleet of identical white vehicles pulled up in perfect synchronization.
These were the Branch Heads of the Lionel Family, the men and women who managed the family's interests across the galaxy.
Marcus Lionel, the eldest nephew, stepped out first. He looked tired, his face filled with the stress of the recent bank attacks, though he wore a mask of indifference.
Elena Lionel, the family's chief legal strategist, followed. She was draped in a beautiful gown.
