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Izzy settled into her chair, her notes neatly arranged in front of her. This wasn’t just a presentation–it was a battle. The board had made it clear they wanted to hear both her and Caler before making any final decisions. She cast a glance at Calen, who was already standing near the projection screen, exuding his usual air of confidence. His presentation would go

first.

CEO Weiss gestured for the room to settle, his expression as unreadable as ever. “Calen, the floor is yours.”

Calen nodded and clicked the remote in his hand. Almost immediately, the screen lit up with a sleek rendering of The Pearl Resort. “Good morning,” he began, his tone professional but firm. “The Pearl Resort is an ambitious project, one that holds the potential to solidity LX’s position as a leader in Macau’s luxury market. My proposal focuses on a streamlined approach to profitability, ensuring quick returns while maintaining the high standards our brand is known for.”

The first slide outlined the casino–centric vision. Calen highlighted the state–of–the–art gaming facilities, VIP lounges, and exclusive suites that would cater to high rollers. His emphasis was on the immediate revenue potential of the casino, supported by data showing Macau’s reliance on gambling tourism.

“Our target demographic is clear,” Calen continued, pointing to a chart displaying the spending habits of high–net–worth individuals in the region. “Macau remains the gambling capital of Asia. By prioritizing the casino and its amenities, we can tap into this market effectively. This approach ensures that we generate substantial revenue from the outset, which will then allow us to explore additional expansions, including cultural integrations, at a later stage.”

Izzy’s lips twitched. She’d expected this. Calen was banking on the board’s desire for fast profits, hoping to delay her vision for cultural integration under the guise of practicality.

Calen advanced to another slide, showcasing partnerships with luxury brands and exclusive gaming events. “These initiatives will not only attract our target clientele but will also create a ripple effect, bolstering the local economy and reinforcing our position with investors.”

A few murmurs of agreement rippled through the room, and Izzy couldn’t miss the approving nods from some of the more conservative board members.

“By focusing on the casino’s rapid completion and immediate functionality,” Calen concluded, “we can secure LX’s place in Macau’s competitive landscape without overextending resources on secondary elements.”

He stepped back from the screen, his expression confident as he gestured toward the CEO. “Thank you.”

The room was filled with polite applause, but Izzy noticed a faim hesitation among a few key members. They were intrigued but not entirely convinced. This was her moment to shift the narrative. Everyone in the room had already been given copies of Izzy’s and Calen’s reports before the presentation started. What they needed to present was simply the summary of their proposals. Then, they could later on talk about the details of their proposals when the board members ask questions.

CEO Weiss turned to Izzy. “Izzy, your turn.”

She rose, calm and composed, and moved to the front of the room Clicking the remote, she brought up the first slide: a rendering of The Pearl Resort, but this time with the Macau Cultural Center prominently featured.

“Good monting,” she began. “The Pearl Resort isn’t just a business opportunity. It’s a–efiance for LX to lead in innovation and cultural respect. Macau isn’t just a destination for gamblers it’s a city rich in history and heritage. My proposal integrates these elements into our project, creating an experience that stands apart from anything else in the region.”

performances. The Macau Cultural Center isn’t an afterthought. It’s a cornerstone. By aligning with the government’s

bringing up data on shifting travel trends. “Our target demographic is changing Luxury travelers today seek more than

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proposal focuses on immediate profits, which I understand. But it’s short–sighted. By prioritizing the casino, we risk alienating a growing segment of travelers and miss the opportunity to build

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propose opening the wellness dining facilities first. This generates early revenue while we finalize the casino and cultural

her words sink in. The Pearl Resort isn’t just another project. It’s a legacy. By integrating Macau’s culture with our brand, we create something unforgettable. Something timeless.”

looked at CEO Weiss who leaned forward, his fingers steepled as he addressed the board. “You’ve heard both proposals. Now,

of each plan. Izzy returned to her seat, her heart pounding despite her composed exterior Calen sat across from her, his jaw

chatter. “Before we proceed to a vote, do either

plan offers the most secure path to success. Focusing on the casino ensures immediate profitability,

only profitability but sustainability. The Pearl Resort isn’t just

he turned to the board.

front of the

his glasses and glanced at the documents in front of him. “Miss Rossi,” he began looking up

her remote to bring up a detailed Cantt chart on the screen. The chart displayed overlapping phases, color–coded to show the various components of the resort and

mitigate delays and maximize efficiency. The wellness. spa and dining facilities will be completed first, within 18 months, with a projected soft opening

overlapping phases on the chart. “By running the construction of the spa and dining facilities parallel to the casino’s foundational work, we save significant time. Meanwhile, the cultural center

“That’s impressive coordination, but wouldn’t

generated by the phased opening of the wellness and dining facilities offsets those costs. By the time the casino and cultural center open,

resources.”

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back in hivchair, appearing more satisfied, though not entirely convinced.

Rossi, while I appreciate your optimism, isn’t it true that the phased approach inherently risks delays in generating profits? If the casino is the primary revenue driver, wouldn’t opening later hurt