SUCCESSFUL NEGOTIATION

Max approached Sebastian, his expression serious. "CEO, I think we should consider bringing in Ava for consultation."

Sebastian raised an eyebrow. "Ava? Isn't she the one we rejected for the lab assistant position?" Sebastian remembered sending Luca to invite her later and she refused to show up. Ava was too rude.

Max nodded. "Yes, sir. But I remember her application. She has experience working with a healer in the Bloodmoon pack, familiar with rare fruits and herbs."

Sebastian's skepticism remained. "What could she possibly contribute to our toxicology team?"

Max persisted. "Her unique background might be exactly what we need. We've hit a dead end with conventional approaches."

But Sebastian refused, confident in his team's abilities.

Tragedy struck again when Jax succumbed to the poison, leaving the pack devastated.

Sebastian's resolve crumbled. He couldn't afford to dismiss any potential lead.

"Max, bring Ava in," Sebastian ordered, his voice laced with urgency. "I want to hear her