Chapter 45
"Julian," Richard Vance began, his voice a low vibration of disappointment. "You’ve kept us waiting. I trust your… excursion into the wilderness is out of your system?" Julian didn't sit. He walked to the far end of the table, opposite the Chairman, and placed his hands on the polished surface. "I’m not here to apologize for the delay, Richard. I’m here to finalize the stability review." Elena leaned forward, her voice a soft, sympathetic purr. "Julian, we’ve heard about the difficulties at the mill. The medical emergencies, the utility failures. It’s understandable that you’d be overwhelmed. We’re ready to move forward with the transition. Leo has already reviewed the Munich contracts." Julian looked at Elena, and for the first time, he didn't see a partner or a peer. He saw a holl
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