Mr. Thompson: Sipping his wine, smirking Well, isn’t this a surprise? Did you expect this?
leans in closer, speaking in hushed tones Let's cut to the chase, shall we? You're here because you owe me, and I'm not talking about the money you cost me.
What do you mean by that I say confused
smirks and leans back in his chair Oh, you know exactly what I mean.
raises an eyebrow Good. Let's play a little game, shall we? I'll give you a chance to redeem yourself.
slides a folder across the table In that folder are details of a high-stakes business deal. Your task is to analyze the proposal, identify potential pitfalls, and propose a solution.
I open it and look at it carefully
leans back, observing Stranger intently Alright, let's see if you've learned anything. What do you notice about the proposal?
I run my fingers over the paper
narrows his eyes Don't just stare at the paper, idiot. Read it. Understand it. Question every assumption. We don't have time for complacency.
I start reading it carefully
taps his fingers impatiently on the table Hurry up, Stranger. Time is money, and I don't have much patience for incompetence.
leans forward, his voice low and intense Stop wasting time, Stranger. Identify the key issues and propose a solution.
I take a pen and start making notes
As Stranger takes notes, Mr. Thompson suddenly slams his hand on the table, startling Stranger
glares at Stranger What the hell do you think you're doing? Taking notes like some damn secretary? This isn't about taking notes, Stranger. It's about understanding the proposal and identifying the risks. Can you handle that, or do I need to spell it out for you?
pauses, his expression softening slightly Apologies won't get you very far, Stranger. What matters is what you do next.