192: Make Me More Frustrated

Camilla I forced a tight smile, struggling to keep my irritation in check. “Yes, I’m here now. What’s the issue?” Linda chimed in next, her tone sharp. “We’ve tried to reach you multiple times. You’ve been skipping meetings and not responding to emails. It’s becoming a serious problem. How do you expect to manage this company if you can’t even be present for important discussions?” My patience was wearing thin. “Look, I’ve had a lot on my plate lately, and I’ve been doing my best to manage everything. If you have concerns, you could have approached me directly instead of letting them fester.” Richard crossed his arms; his contempt was palpable. “You’re the CEO, Camilla. It’s your job to be here, to lead. If you can’t even handle that, maybe you don’t deserve this position.” I felt a surge of frustration. “Is that so? Let me remind you that I’ve worked tirelessly to build this company. I’ve dealt with more than my share of problems, including personal ones. Do you think this is eas