I began to raise more objections.
"The internal communication plan is solid, but the external reputational risk is not yet well shielded."
"We can strengthen it," she replied without getting upset.
"It's not a question of strengthening it. It is a matter of rethinking it."
One of her consultants intervened. I dismantled his argument.
Alexander watched me with that strategic serenity that I detest so much.
Like he knew exactly what was going on, like I was the only one losing my composure.
Clara took the floor again.
"Ethan, if you have a concrete proposal to rethink it, we'll listen to it."
Direct, without attack.
I breathed... I had a proposal. I exposed it, because even if I am jealous, I am still good at what I do.
The meeting advanced, agreements were closed. Next steps were
