A corporate briefing on Crest Group's financial struggles is abruptly interrupted when a man known as Wraith is ambushed by attackers. He easily overpowers them, warning his stunned would-be assassin of their mistake. Meanwhile, a news report reveals Weber Group's chairman Daniel Weber is facing a crisis as key engineers defect and his company's shares plummet. Wraith is informed that Weber's troubles are compounded by internal scheming from his stepmother and brother, who appear to be seizing the opportunity. Wraith calmly notes that the turmoil within the family is escalating.