Most people in the room didn’t know that.
Roy certainly didn’t.
He had never cared enough to ask.
Mr. Whitaker opened the folder.
“So the board decided on another approach.”
Now everyone was paying attention.
Including me.
“We created a new position.”
The room grew still.
A very still.
Mr. Whitaker smiled.
“Special Strategic Advisor.”
My heart skipped.
What?
“The role includes flexible scheduling, full benefits, and a consulting contract.”
The room erupted into whispers.
Roy’s eyes widened.
Then came the number.
The annual compensation.
The room gasped.
Several people
