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"You're exactly right, Mr. DaCosta, and I understand your wanting to know what you're getting into before committing. So, I'll elaborate on my plan." Julian says, preparing himself to deliver.

"Sebastian Shaw has managed to get and stay at the top for a lot of reasons. But mostly, he's built a power base that he feels will allow him to do what he wants and get away with it. With only the two of to oppose him most times, he's certain that everyone else will vote in his favor.

Then he rewards said people for their loyalty, or at least makes them feel like their being rewarded. And he points to anyone outside his circle, being the two of you, as a reminder of those who stand against him.

My plan is to erode that power base. First, we would attack Shaw Industries, buying out as much stock as possible to achieve a take over. Of course, we'd use a shell company or two, to give Shaw a reason to look elsewhere, and I've got one ready to go on demand. Meanwhile, we also bankrupt Regan Wyngarde. Without his Queen to back him, he loses his most valuable ally.

Louis Shaw's fortunes are tied to Sebastian's. From what I understand, he betrayed his father to side with Sebastian, so when Shaw falls, Louis will have to work with whoever is in power to stay afloat. However, there is one more person that needs to be dealt with, in your own ranks." Julian says, going over the steps in his mind, as he speaks.

"Benedict Kine. He's the White Rook at Sebastian's behest, and that gives him some protection from any attempt you might make to oust him. As long as Shaw can count on his support, the two of you will be neutralized in any struggle against him. He'll likely sell one or both of you out as well, if he thought it meant moving up the ranks.

What I want to do is vote Shaw and Wyngarde out at the next meeting. Kine will be removed, and we'll need to secure at least two other votes. I have one person in mind, but Madame Viper is the other. If we can do this, I see a shift in power coming soon.

Power than shifts to our side." Julian says, looking at each of them in turn.