A week had passed, but the speculations only intensified.
The Rochefort Group released a statement three days ago, but the media questioned Franz's leadership publicly. They were not questioning his legitimacy, but his inexperience.
Another meeting was scheduled that day.
Arianne already received the report on a slight dip in Rochefort Group's market share.
The more they kept their silence, the more the rumors would persist. Partner companies and major investors had been pressuring in recent days, despite assurances.
The conference room lights had been dimmed slightly, just enough to see everyone's faces. Charts had been cast on the screen, allowing everyone to focus on them.
The long table divided the room evenly. The head seat remained empty.
Franz sat to its right, posture straight, while his hands folded loosely on the table. He hadn't bothered to remove his jacket. Arianne sat opposite him, her tablet closed, her attention fixed on the room rather than the screen.
