Chapter 192

Olivier Horvath’s Office

“Sir, here are the things that need your signature Olivier’s weretary, here, handed him a folder.

Olivier flipped the folder open and scanned the first few pages. “Atry updates on the permits in Nevada and Arizo

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His servetary shifted the tablet in her hands. “Nevada’s local board already approved the preliminary clearance. They’ll pant the environmental impact study to the next session, probably next month. Arizona’s still pending, There’s been some pushback from a few conservation groups

He didn’t look up. “Names?”

“Two local politicians and one senator’s aide flagged it. They’re asking for documentation on land use and local employment commitments”

Olivier nodded, flipping to the next section. “Tell 1egal to draft a response. Offer to partner with the local development office. Same strategy we used in Utah”

Ava made a quick note. “Understood.”

“What about our investors? Any movement?”

“East Coast group wired their second tranche last Friday. They’re satisfied with the Montana output so far. But the overseas syndicate the one from Berlin–they want another meeting. They’ve requested clarification on ownership splits, especially with the Wyoming site.”

Olivier looked up. “Didn’t we send them a revised term sheet?”

“We did. But they said it wasn’t clear who holds the mineral rights. Something about overlapping claims.”

He closed the folder. “Have the team pull the original filings. I want to see who signed off on those deeds. If there’s a problem, I want to know who created it.”

“Yes, sir.”

He leaned back. “Anything else?”

“There’s something about a journalist trying to get access to the Colorado site. He’s contacted three different county offices for zoning info.”

“Name?”

checked her screen. “Mark Callen. Freelance.

who he’s working with. And flag any new inquiries that come

stood and walked toward the window. “And the shipments from Colorado?”

The next batch will be ready by Monday, but

Dakota team. And increase their per

“I’ll handle it.”

“What about the permits

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have two lobbyists working on the committee. They expect movement next week. They’re pushing

we’re offering long–term contracts and local hires. And if

make the

nodded. “Anything

submitted an inquiry this morning. They’re interested in partnering- equipment, logistics, and possibly

raised an eyebrow. “Who’s backing them?”

didn’t disclose, but the contact is James Morrow. He

a meeting. I want to see what they’re

back. “I’ll send you the full

again, then returned to

“Let’s move.”

The reports showed all the good things happening in his company. This deserved some really good celebration tonight. Just as he expected, the fundings from his father, helped

and began typing a message, he heard Ava’s voice outside

but you’ll need to set an appointment-”

she could finish.

Olivier didn’t flinch. He leaned back in his chair, phone still in hand. “I don’t recall setting up an appointment with my daughter–in–law.”

in behind Izzy,

Ava. I’ll take it from

Izzy a quick glance before stepping back out and

hands together. “To what do I owe the

Izzy didn’t sit. She remained by the door, shoulders squared.

mood for small talk,” she

then gestured toward the chair in front of his desk. “You came all this way. Might as well

She stayed standing.

“Suit yourself. Let’s hear it.”

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