A Change In Representative


    Tanum Corporation was likely the smallest of the sixpanies shortlisted. This meant that we were.


    also the leastpetitive.


    Truth be told, I didn’t expect sess. I was only here to divert Matthew’s attention.


    Companies that wanted to bid on the project gathered in arge conference room. They were waiting


    for


    the ATL Empire’s project lead.


    The goal of the meeting was to rify the project. Eachpany would also highlight their skills and


    make an impression.


    After five minutes, there was still no sign of the project lead. Whispers began to echo around the room.


    Suddenly, the door to the conference room opened, and everyone turned to look.


    A young man walked in. He wore a white shirt, ck pants, and a ck tie. Not only was he tall and


    poised, but he was also handsome. It was hard to tell his age, though.


    Behind him came a secretary and several project staff. Everyone’s eyes followed him as he walked to


    the head of the table and sat down. Then, he scanned the people in the room.


    He began, I’m sorry for the wait. Mr. Wright had some urgent matters to attend to, so he asked me to


    chair this meeting. I’m As Pierce, and it’s a pleasure to meet you.”


    He was sinct and wasted no time. He settled into his seat with an air of authority, but his demeanor


    was cold.Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org.


    There was a silent exchange of nces. Many wondered why the project lead, Nick Wright, was absent


    from the meeting..


    The fact that he sent a newbie in his ce upset the other representatives, particrly those from the


    two esteemedpanies.


    As didn’t give them time to voice their concerns. He dered, “Without further ado, let’s begin!”


    He started calling out the name of the firstpany to present. When he got to Tanum Corporation, he


    finally looked up and fixed his indifferent eyes on me. He seemed to know I would be the final speaker.


    This was a manageable challenge. I was known for my eloquence back in college, and years of


    seclusion


    hadn’t dulled that skill. After all, I was the one who founded Tanum Corporation.


    I chose a different approach than the other fivepanies. After all, we couldn’tpete with them


    teamwork and our best new products.


    Being thest person to talk gave me a chance to add to what the others had said. es my


    presentation.”


    His eyes stayed on me, waiting. I gave him an awkward nod and said, “That concludes my


    Only then did he shift his gaze. He gave a summary before gathering our materials for further review.


    As adjourned the meeting. He gave everyone a slight nod before exiting the conference room. The


    other representatives looked puzzled.


    A more experienced representative spoke up. “Isn’t he too hasty? Who is this young man, and what


    does he do? It looks like they found ast–minute substitute. Given his age, he’s probably just a


    manager. I


    don’t like how ATL Empire handled something as important as this!”


    The older rep left with confidence. The others followed suit, each disying murky facial expressions.


    I didn’t share their dissatisfaction. My assistant and I calmly left the building and returned to our


    company building.


    After all, I didn’t leave the meeting empty–handed. I recalled key information from the speeches and


    gained insight into ourpetitors. These gatherings were the best way to understand them.


    Fortunately, Tanum Corporation made it to the top six constructionpanies in Foswood. I was also


    sure that more chances woulde along in the future. This newfound optimism gave me an idea.


    I gathered all the possible information on ATL Empire’s project when I reached my office.


    Just then, a call came in from my hometown. My father had a stroke, and I was told to return home


    quickly.