CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY NINE – GOOD PRODUCT

The next day, the product launch went off without a hitch. Standing before the crowd of investors, developers and media, Karina delivered her remarks with a confidence she didn't know she possessed. She could feel Miguel's supportive gaze from the wings as she spoke, fueling her ardor. Afterward, as the team celebrated their success with glasses of champagne, Karina stood slightly apart from the fray. She felt a strange sense of melancholy now that the stress of the launch had passed. Where did they go from here? "A toast!" Miguel clinked his glass to get everyone's attention as reporters began setting up for interviews and photographers positioned themselves. "To this incredible team..." He sought out Karina in the crowd, his eyes locking with hers with unmistakable warmth. "And to the most brilliant project lead a man could ever ask for," he finished with a smile. "Karina, you helped make my wildest dreams for this product into reality." The team cheered enthusiastically as Kari