Chapter 219 - When the Dust Settles

  One by one, other board members voiced their agreement. Logan could see Richard's face darkening, but he kept his focus on the supportive faces around the table. "Thank you all," Logan said, feeling a wave of relief wash over him. "Now, let's get to work. We have a company to save and a future to build." As the meeting adjourned, board members filed out, many stopping to shake Logan's hand or offer words of encouragement. Richard lingered, his expression unreadable. "Well played, Logan," he said quietly. "Well played indeed." With that, he turned and left, leaving Logan to wonder if he'd just won a battle or started a war. But as Deonna came to stand beside him, squeezing his hand in silent support. Logan paced in his office, his mind racing with ideas. He stopped abruptly, turning to Deonna who was perched on the edge of his desk, scrolling through her tablet. "I've got it," he said, his eyes lighting up with excitement. "A gala. A high-profile business gala to showcase Maine