Ruediger wasn't aware of how sleepless Nathaniel's night was. He woke up the next morning in a happier mood, considering how well the previous night's dinner was.
But, Ruediger's joy faded slightly as he wondered what would happen in the afternoon later.
Lariette invited Declan and Rafael to join them having lunch with Chairman Delaney. Ruediger believed whatever the two men had to say, it might be unpleasant.
'Anyway, Declan is capable. I'll take over if he screws up.'
Ruediger initially entertained the idea of having his men discreetly follow Declan's subordinates during the investigation. He dismissed the thought after weighing it further.
Thus, Ruediger had been silently waiting for the day Declan came forward with the investigation results. His wait most likely would end this afternoon.