Alexander knew I was returning to headquarters, but he was missing one critical piece of information: he didn’t realize the board had granted me total operational authority.

He remained Corporate Chairman, but as of this morning, Operations, Internal Audit, Human Resources, and Legal Compliance reported directly to me.

Camila blocked the elevator door once more.

“This is the last time I’m telling you.

Don’t dirty up the executive car.”

I reached past her arm and pressed the call button.