Hidden within the ancient and bustling city of Laoag was a mysterious individual unknown to the common folk—Abba Lerner.
He was the true helmsman behind the scenes of this city, manipulating a complex network of power with an invisible hand. His influence was deeply rooted in every corner, from the political and business sectors to the street alleys.
Yet on this tranquil night, as the city's clamor gradually subsided, Abba Lerner shed the various auras the outside world had clothed him with, returning to the simplest form of family life.
At home.
In a dining room that was tastefully decorated yet exuded warmth, the soft glow of light fell upon the carefully arranged dining table. Made of fine mahogany and covered with a delicate linen tablecloth, it beheld a set of bone china tableware, each piece revealing the extraordinary taste and status of the host.
