Chapter 73

The employee who had spoken up was Deana Reese. She had never gotten along with Lorraine. She always made snide remarks, though Lorraine usually didn't bother responding. But now that she had spoken up, others began to waver. Lorraine stayed calm. This wasn't her personal project, so whether they fought for it or not wasn't up to her alone. It was the team's collective decision. "The project commission isn't the main point. What really matters is that this project is something we can add to our portfolio. One more completed project will benefit us," April added softly. There was one thing she left unsaid. The number of completed projects mattered a lot when considering promotions and new jobs. Her words indirectly highlighted Deana's short-sightedness. The latter's expression darkened with embarrassment, and she shot April an angry glare. "I get it. Some people have a strong backing, and the rest of you, tempted by a few kickbacks, can't wait to sell your souls to lick their boo