A brief silence, not awkward. But still… heavy.
"During the event we will be reviewing some pending points of the project," he continues. "There are certain aspects that still require definition before moving forward."
I nod.
"I'm aware."
My tone is confident, prepared. Because I am.
I have reviewed every document, every projection, every possible objection. I didn't come here to improvise.
"I'm glad," he says. "It will be an important conversation."
His eyes are fixed on mine.
"Especially now."
That last part... It does not go unnoticed. I barely frown.
"What do you mean?"
He doesn't respond right away. Instead... Drink a small sip from his glass.
Time, he's buying time. Or testing me.
"The market is changing," he finally says. "And when that happens... Decisions need to be e
