a history of buying out smaller companies and then dismantling them, selling off their assets and leaving their employees high and dry. I felt a shiver run down my spine as I

the potential risks. It was a sobering exercise, and by the end of it, I felt like I had a clearer head. I think I know what I need to do," I said, standing up and pacing over to the window. Emily looked up at me, a questioning expression on her face. "What's that?" she asked. I need to meet with Malvin again," I said, turning back to face her. "I need to look him in the eye and ask him some tough questions. I need to know if he's willing to play ball, or if he's just trying to screw me over." Emily nodded, her expression serious. "I think that's a good idea," she said. "But be careful. We don't know what we're dealing with here." I nodded, feeling a sense of determination wash over me. I was going to get to the bottom of this, no matter what it took. I picked up the phone and dialed Malvin's number, my heart pounding in my chest. This was it –