Anton then moved on to Richard's doppelganger, a subtle cough clearing his throat, a calculated interruption that instantly halted the silent, simmering rivalry between the two powerful women. Krill Khians, not wanting her subtle assertion of dominance to be completely overshadowed, merely showed a reptilian smile. To human eyes, it would look eerily creepy, a baring of teeth that spoke of ancient predators. But to their culture, it was simply a sign of interest and a subtle display of female dominance among the Krill.
As she began to address Richard's doppelganger, Anton interjected smoothly. "And now, Mr. Santamo, the rest of the companies and domains you will control, under the Seat of Circuit."