It’s A Deal

Mark took over, tapping his finger on the blueprint file displayed on the phone. "That underground section — your VIP floor — that's going to be the most challenging part of the construction. A basement-level build of this scale requires heavy excavation, proper load-bearing calculations, and additional fire safety measures. Not to mention the city permits and zoning laws. We can get it done, but it'll take time to get the legal paperwork in order."

Ethan had already factored that in. "How long?"

"Could take anywhere from four to six weeks just for approvals," Mark admitted. "Depends on how smooth things go with the city inspectors. And if any issues pop up — like soil instability or underground pipelines — we'd have to adjust the foundation plan accordingly."

Ethan exhaled slowly, fingers drumming against the table. "And if I say I want it done in three?"

Mark chuckled, shaking his head. "Then you'd have to pull some serious strings at City Hall."