Lynn's POV
Jennifer's face goes from red to white, but she doesn't back down. "Even if the data is technically sound—"
"Is it technically sound or not?" Logan interrupts, his voice carrying an edge that makes even Richardson glance up sharply. "Because that's the only relevant question here."
Karen opens her mouth, clearly ready to pivot to a different attack angle, but Richardson finally intervenes.
"Ladies, gentlemen." Richardson's voice carries quiet authority. "I appreciate everyone's... enthusiasm for this project. But Lynn is right—if you have substantive concerns about the methodology, address them specifically. Otherwise, let's redirect our energy to the actual work. The Meridian merger moves forward in two weeks. We have client meetings, regulatory filings, and integration pla
