In her mind, Lucia replayed the events of the meeting, analyzing Martin's presence. He had barely spoken, yet his authority was felt in every word he did utter.
The calmness in his demeanor, the confidence in his decisions—he had grown from the ambitious salesman she had initially partnered with. He had become a force to be reckoned with.
Still, Lucia couldn't shake her irritation. She had expected Martin to be more involved, more hands-on, especially when it came to the aggressive acquisitions.
Instead, he had placed the responsibility squarely on the shoulders of the department heads, observing from a distance like a hawk watching over its nest.
Does he think they'll all rise to the challenge, or is this just another test? she wondered. Lucia knew how difficult the coming weeks would be—securing these partnerships and acquisitions wasn't just about throwing money around.
