Another Takedown

Two weeks had passed since Michael Reyes had delivered his ultimatum to Vista Land, and in that time, the pressure had only intensified. The market had already begun treating Vista Land as a sinking ship, and rumors of internal struggles continued to spread. Investors were wary, project delays were mounting, and Villar's refusal to sell had not stopped Reyes Corporation from expanding aggressively into his key territories.

Inside Vista Land's headquarters, Manny Villar sat at the head of a conference table, his senior executives gathered around him. The air was thick with anxiety, and the dimly lit boardroom reflected the somber mood of the company's leadership.