The tension in the MK conference room was palpable as Emma made her final adjustments to the presentation. In just two hours, they would be facing off against HM for the Nexus Project contract – a deal that could make or break both companies.
"Alright, team," Mark's voice boomed as he strode into the room. "This is it. The moment we've been working towards for months. Are we ready to blow HM out of the water?"
A chorus of determined "Yes, sir!" filled the room, but Emma remained silent, her mind racing. She hadn't seen Tom since their confrontation at the hospital three days ago, but she knew he would be leading HM's pitch today. The thought of facing him across the negotiating table sent a shiver down her spine.
"Emma?" Mark's voice cut through her thoughts. "You with us?"
She plaster
