Chapter 59

The Head of the Events Department visibly flinched, cautiously lifting his head to meet James’s gaze, only to duck it again almost immediately. “No... nothing to say.” “Good!” James suddenly slapped the table. “Let me make this clear—I want results, not a bunch of pointless arguments. If you've got personal issues with someone, keep them to yourself. I promoted Maria, and now you’re questioning that? Her numbers speak for themselves. Not convinced?” He gave a sharp, amused smirk, pointing directly at the Events Head. “Here’s the deal: if your numbers next quarter can’t catch up to what Ms. Lewis just pulled off, then pack your bags and get out.” The Events Head’s face turned pale green. He nodded stiffly, mentally kicking himself for talking too much. “Any other issues? If not, we’ll move on. Sales Department, your turn,” Cody stepped in to keep things moving. The rest of the meeting went by quietly. Everyone was on edge. When it was time for James to wrap up, he just gave a brief conc