The morning sun streamed through the glass walls of Blackwood Tower, casting long golden reflections across the marble floor of the executive lobby. Employees greeted one another with renewed enthusiasm as they made their way to their offices. News of the successful shareholders’ summit had restored confidence throughout the company, and for the first time in weeks, the atmosphere inside Blackwood International felt peaceful.
When Damien Blackwood stepped out of the executive elevator, conversations paused for only a moment before everyone resumed their work. It had always been that way. His presence commanded attention, yet he had never expected people to stop what they were doing simply because he walked into the room. He believed a successful company thrived when every employee focused
