That Glance Was Enough
With a few simple sentences, he had wiped away my decade of silent dedication to the family.
My hard-earned achievements were just feathers in Elena's cap, her promotion, her raise, her newfound power.
I let out a soft, bitter laugh, barely audible.
I stepped out of the meeting room, pulled out my phone, and dialed a number I had not touched in ages, but knew by heart.
The moment it was picked up, I asked without emotion, "Is the Consigliere spot still open?"
A low chuckle answered, "Always has been, just for you!"