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COLD WAR (FOURTEEN)
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2024-10-29 19:42:56Rafe slams the documents on the table and releases the anger that has been boiling over his head on his assistant, Matthew Brunwick or Matt, for all the mistakes he made today on his precious projects.
“I told you two weeks ago that I don't agree with the price proposed by Wilcox, I want the funding report amended, and you type the amounts I gave you. Why do you still maintain the same nominal?”
"Sorry, but Mr. Wilcox said—”
"Who paid you, huh?" Rafe shouted angrily. He didn't like that his assistant took his marketing manager's words more than his.
“Wilcox is an idiot and has no confidence in my company's capabilities. He thought that by lowering the price of my parts, he could attract more clients to earn more turnover. But no, my price will bring in more clients and profit. I'm pretty confident with my factory made parts. We have been producing the best parts for many years. You understand that, Matt?”
Matthew nodded stiffly then walked out
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