My phone chimed softly in my pocket, but I ignored it. My attention remained fixed on Logan.
“First of all,” I began calmly, “I didn’t hide anything from the board. I chose not to cause unnecessary panic over a situation that was already being handled. There’s a difference.”
I straightened slightly in my chair, letting my gaze sweep across the room.
“I took full responsibility for the damage control. And I acted fast. No delay. No excuses. As for Sedona—personal matters required my attention, but even then, I remained available. My team had clear instructions. Everything was under control.”
I met Logan’s eyes again, this time with a slight smirk. “You seem awfully interested in my whereabouts, cousin. Almost as if you expected the whole company to fall apart the moment I stepped away.”
