The executive refrained from disclosing.

Realization then dawned on Edwin. In Duefron, aside from the Fowler family, only one other person possessed such capability.

Leonel!

He required a meeting with Leonel before the $80 billion reached the Smith family's hands.

Edwin couldn't afford to wait until morning.

While dressing, he dialed Leonel's number, stating, “Let's arrange a meeting."

Leonel's voice remained composed.

Almost expecting the call, Leonel responded, “It's your wedding night; why choose this time for a meeting?"

Edwin's tone turned cold. "Leonel, there's no need for pretense. Be clear-are you leveraging the Smith family to intimidate me? What are your intentions?"

"You should have deduced it by now!"

Edwin sneered. "Do you believe Alexis would yield to you for my sake?

Leonel, Alexis isn't that easily swayed. She would prefer to witness me pleading than compromise her principles for me."

Leonel's voice stayed composed. “That implies you don't understand her well enough!"

After a brief pause, he added, “I'm at home; come over."

Clenching his teeth, Edwin responded, "I'll arrive promptly, Mr. Douglas!"

Leonel's laughter was subdued as he ended the call.

Edwin cast his phone aside and noticed Laura awake, wrapped in blankets, her expression concerned. "Edwin, what's the matter?"

Edwin comfortingly kissed her. "Nothing major, just some business affairs. I'll bring you breakfast upon my return in the morning.”

Laura had heard Leonel's voice over the phone.

Anxiously, she inquired, “Are you heading to meet Leonel?"