High above the clouds, Takahashi’s private aircraft continued its long journey toward Japan, far removed from the frenzy consuming New York.
Inside the quiet cabin, the final moments of Damien Blackwood’s press conference played across the large television at the front of the aircraft, delayed by only a minute through the jet’s satellite connection.
The screen faded to black as the live broadcast ended, then seamlessly switched back to the aircraft’s flight display.
Jaime let out a quiet laugh.
“Whoa… that’s intense. Damien is scary! For a minute there, I almost forgot this whole thing was just part of the show.”
The remark drew a few smiles around the cabin.
“I have to admit,” Alice said, turning to Dahlia. “Now I understand why he earned his title. It wasn’t just what he said—it wa
