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2025-07-05 20:43:00Caroline's Point of View
It is strange how quiet the room feels even with eight people in it. The long conference table stretches out before me, papers neatly aligned, water glasses full, and everyone already seated.
Except Adrian.
For the first time in what feels like forever, I am attending a high-stakes internal partnership meeting at Hill International… alone.
And I hate the thought that it brings me peace.
I shouldn’t feel this way. Adrian is supportive. Always there. Always prepared. Always… present. But lately, too present.
I sit up straighter in my seat as the first agenda is raised. One of the VPs across from me asks about the recent collaboration metrics from our international suppliers. I speak—confidently—and not once do I feel like I need to glance at someone else to speak on my behalf.
That re
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