David Morgan leaned back in his chair, his phone still warm in his hand from the abrupt end of the call with Alexander Blackwell. He stared at the screen for a moment, his piercing blue eyes narrowing slightly in thought. His assistant, Malcolm, stood hesitantly by the door, a folder clutched tightly in his hands.
"Sir, the board is ready for you," Malcolm said, his voice careful but firm. "Mr. Dimon and the others are expecting your input on the quarterly performance strategy."
David's gaze shifted to Malcolm, his expression impassive. He rose smoothly, adjusting the cuffs of his tailored navy suit. "Tell them the meeting is rescheduled."
Malcolm blinked, momentarily thrown off balance. "Rescheduled, sir? But this is critical. JPMorgan's entire executive team is waiting, and the agenda includes the acquisition discussion. You—"
