Ella, James, and Derek were enjoying a brief moment of respite in the company's bustling cafeteria after the intense meeting with the CFO. As they chatted over coffee, the ambiance of their conversation was suddenly interrupted by the familiar sound of Derek's phone ringing.
With a sly grin on his face, Derek picked up his phone and glanced at the caller ID. "Ah, it appears the dragon is calling," he announced in a playful yet earnest tone. "Excuse me for a moment, please."
He pushed his chair back and rose from the table, making his way outside the cafeteria to answer the call privately. Ella and James exchanged curious glances but didn't pry into the nature of Derek's call. It was common knowledge that high-level executives often dealt with pressing matters that required immediate atte
