They deserved careful decisions, not a billionaire’s performance of generosity.

I visited the factory after the board authorized my temporary return for an interview.

Ruth met me at the security desk.

Workers I had known for years offered tentative waves.

Some were relieved.

Others were suspicious.

They had seen Brielle’s videos and heard that I was bringing outsiders to take control.

At the dyeing line, a young technician named Emilio asked whether layoffs were coming.