He Called Me “Street Garbage” at the Country Club. He Didn’t Know What Burns Down Empires.

public statement? I’ll make one.”

He leaned forward, voice turning persuasive. “Just… the merger needs to happen. You know it does.”

I tilted my head. “Why does it need to happen, William?”

He blinked. “Excuse me?”

“Explain,” I said calmly. “Explain why I should do business with someone who fundamentally disrespects me.”

William’s face tightened. “Because continue reading …