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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.”

and live performances. The Macau Cultural Center isn’t an afterthought. It’s a cornerstone.

Luxury travelers today seek more than opulence–they seek authenticity. The cultural center not

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proposal focuses on immediate profits, which I understand. But it’s short–sighted. By prioritizing the casino, we

spa

first. This generates early revenue while we finalize the casino and cultural components. It’s

isn’t just another project. It’s a legacy. By integrating Macau’s culture

was quiet. She looked at CEO Weiss who leaned forward, his fingers steepled as he addressed

her seat, her heart pounding despite her composed exterior Calen sat across from her, his jaw tight, his gaze locked on the table.

to a vote, do either of you have

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

forward. “And I believe my plan addresses not only profitability but sustainability. The Pearl Resort isn’t just about

his expression unreadable as he turned to the board. “Then,

Calen then once again moved in front

end of the table. “Mr. Lund, you may begin Jørgen Lund, one of the senior board members with decades of experience in hospitality, adjusted his glasses and glanced at the documents in front of him. “Miss Rossi,” he began looking up at Izzy, “Your proposal is undoubtedly ambitious. The integration of a cultural center alongside the casino is bold, but bold projects often face challenges in execution. Can you provide a realistic timeline for completion, especially with the

up a detailed Cantt chart on the screen. The chart displayed overlapping

and dining facilities will be completed first, within 18 months, with a projected soft opening six months before the

“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 is integrated into the overall timeline, aligning

chart, nodding slightly but still skeptical “That’s impressive coordination,

offsets those costs. By the time the casino

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leaned back in hivchair, appearing more satisfied, though not entirely convinced. Another board member,

phased approach inherently risks delays in generating profits? If the casino is the