However, he begrudgingly acknowledged that he paled in comparison to

Waylen's abilities!

Harold's emotions were in turmoil.

He stood before the grand French window, indulging in one cigarette after another.

Recollections flooded his mind, back to the time when the Moore Group faced its gravest crisis. Strangely, he didn't resort to smoking then, as Rena would gently chide, "Excessive smoking isn't good for you."