The next morning, Jacob sat at the head of the boardroom table, the weight of the previous day’s events hanging heavy over him. His team of directors looked tense, their expressions a mix of uncertainty and cautious hope. Patricia, ever the stalwart assistant, stood to his right with a tablet in her hand, ready to assist as needed.
Jacob cleared his throat, commanding the room’s attention. "Ladies and gentlemen, we’re at a crossroads. Aurora Tech is still undecided, and our financial margins are uncomfortably thin. If we don’t close this deal, we’re looking at layoffs, reduced R&D funding, and potentially losing significant market share to Russell Industries."
Ethan, the youngest director, leaned forward, his voice tinged with worry. "Do you really think Bennett can be swayed? From what
