Chapter 185: Unexpected Obstacles

The euphoria from Jason's successful pitch to Meridian Industries lingered in the air for several days. We celebrated the victory with family dinners, quiet walks, and plans for the future. But, as life often does, the calm was short-lived. One morning, Jason received a call that would throw everything into disarray. I was in the kitchen making breakfast when Jason's phone rang. He answered it with his usual cheerful demeanor, but his expression quickly changed to one of concern. He paced back and forth, his voice low and serious. When he finally hung up, he looked at me with a troubled expression. "What's wrong?" I asked, setting down the spatula. "One of our current clients, Anderson Manufacturing, has discovered a significant financial discrepancy. It's urgent, and they need me to look into it immediately," he explained, rubbing his temples. "Is it serious?" I asked, sensing the gravity of the situation. "Very. If we don't resolve this quickly, it could damage our reputation an