with notifications. His heart pounded in sync with the flashing screen, desperation clawing at his insides as he pushed through the throng of guests gathered around, curiosity piqued by the unfolding drama.
“Richard!” he called, his voice cutting through the chatter that was slowly recovering its volume. “We have a problem.”
The CEO, still basking in the afterglow of his public display of power, turned with a bemused smile that quickly faded when he saw the panic etched on the CFO’s face. “What now?” he asked impatiently.
