Phoenix, Arizona
Later That Day
“That’s not how it works, Rod,” Daniel barked while still trying to remain calm. After all, he was speaking with a client. Daniel had had never worked with Analysis, Inc. or Roderick before, but, nevertheless, Daniel wanted to remain professional and maintain his well-deserved reputation even if this particular client was difficult and ornery and testing his patience.
Daniel paced his office as he spoke to work off some steam. Looking out the office window towards Camelback Mountain normally helped with stressful situations. But not today.
“What do you mean? It’s why I pay you, Dan. To protect my interest. To protect the interest of Analysis, Inc., its board of directors, and shareholders. We have an international reputation, and these mining companies a
