Chapter 33 Promotion

"Alright, I've called you here today not to listen to your petty arguments, but because Sylvia has made considerable progress lately. I've decided to give her a promotion and have her spearhead a project independently. Does anyone have objections?" Bruce tapped the table lightly, redirecting the conversation to the real purpose of this meeting. He had wanted to give Sylvia a promotion for awhile now, just waiting for the right timing. With her successfully completing a recent project, Bruce felt now was the moment to give her more responsibility and develop her capabilities. For most employees, such a big meeting wouldn't be needed. But Sylvia was different - as a future heir, Bruce had to get some nominal support from key stakeholders, meaningless as that was. Ingrid was quick to voice dissent. "I disagree. She's just a lowly assistant. If all assistants started getting big projects instead of doing their jobs, we wouldn't need assistants at all!" The others stayed silent, rolling