Chapter 50

BONUS DAMIEN

She told me and I finally understood that she was embarrassed by her little fit of anger. But she shouldn't be ashamed, she should be pleased. Proud. She just defended herself. And at that moment I realized that I admired her ability to be fearless and defend whatever she believed in.

- Mason! - Ulysses shouted again.

- Go about your business. - She spoke and then walked away towards the roof.

I watched her go for a while. Then I sighed and started walking towards Ulysses.

"Admiring is dangerous, Damien. Let's stay focused."

***

The afternoon was tiring. Golf and random conversations about the economy and the stock market. Some trying to make an impression, looking for loyal partnerships and others just observing. This was definitely a game I could control. I preferred to side with those who were more observant. Knowing where you stand is fundamental in the business world, and I had learned that the hard way. But that afternoon I divided my concentration between the game