None of those decisions required me to own the firm, control its bank accounts, or persuade the entire city in one night.

When Julian was suspended from his management responsibilities pending review, the company statement used careful language.

It did not call him guilty.

It said the firm was cooperating and had appointed independent oversight.

The public phrasing frustrated me until Hannah read it.

“He can’t go into the office and tell everyone what to say?” she asked.

“His access has been restricted,” her attorney said.

“The details matter, but that is one of the measures.”