The secretary immediately pressed the button. "Sir, there's a—"
"Put one of my men on," Owen interrupted calmly.
"Yes, sir."
One of Owen's bodyguards stepped forward. The secretary moved aside, allowing him to lean toward the intercom.
"Sir."
"Who's out there?" Owen asked.
The bodyguard glanced toward the group before answering.
"It's Mark, sir. He came with Tony and several bodyguards."
A brief silence followed.
Then a low, amused chuckle came through the receiver.
"I see." Owen paused for a moment before giving his order.
"Let him in."
Everyone froze.
"All of you, step aside," Owen continued calmly. "He may come in alone. The rest of you stay outside."
Owen's bodyguards exchanged glances before stepping away from the doorway.
Tony instinctively looked at Mark. "Mark…"
Mark raised a hand, silently stopping him.
"It's fine."
He turned to Tony. "Wait here."
