[PEARL]
After learning the truth of Jeff's betrayal, the guilt was suffocating. I felt as if a thousand weights were pressing down on my chest. Every time I saw Zach, the weight grew heavier. He was struggling to save the company, and instead of taking off his burden, I had unknowingly contributed to it.
In the days after Jeff’s confession, I dedicated myself into finding a solution. I tried reaching out to potential investors, hoping to bring in much-needed capital. But each time, I was met with polite refusals or disinterested dismissals. They all had the same concerns; that the company is facing instability and its future is uncertain.
I spent hours carefully reviewing financial reports, trying to identify areas where we could cut costs without sacrificing quality. But no matter what
