CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND THREE – WHO TAKES CHARGE?

"What was that about, Miguel? You completely undermined me in front of my team." Miguel raised an eyebrow. "I was merely offering my expertise. As CEO, I have a vested interest in the success of this project." "Your 'expertise' came across as criticism and doubt in my leadership," Karina shot back. "How am I supposed to gain my team's trust if you're constantly second-guessing me?" Miguel stepped closer, his voice low. "Consider it a test, Karina. If you can't handle a few challenging questions from me, how will you handle the board or our competitors?" Karina felt her anger rising. "I can handle challenges just fine. What I can't handle is you purposely sabotaging my efforts." "Sabotage?" Miguel scoffed. "Is that what you think this is?" "What else would you call it?" Karina demanded. For a moment, they stood in tense silence, the air between them charged with unspoken emotions. Then, unexpectedly, Miguel's expression softened. "Look, Karina," he said, his tone more gentle tha