Damien won't ease Aurora's mind

"Long time no see, Mr. Damien," a man dressed in a gray suit extended his hand for a handshake as he approached Damien, making the remark.

"Indeed, it has been a while," Damien responded politely, shaking the man's hand with a smile.

Aurora found it rather unusual that Damien appeared neither repulsed nor indifferent towards the man he was engaging in pleasantries with. It was the first instance she had witnessed him responding courteously to someone since she had known him.

"Our stocks experienced a significant rise thanks to your brilliant strategy. I believe a collaboration is in order," the man expressed his gratitude for the successful partnership that had benefited them both.

"Absolutely, and your willingness to place trust in my judgment contributed to our favorable outcomes," Damien confidently pointed out, articulating the words as though any endeavor he undertook was destined for success.