“If I keep you from doing this, you will leave me,” he said. “I didn’t say that.” Giving an ultimatum to Curran was like waving a red cloak in front of a mad bull. “You will. Maybe not right this second. But eventually you’ll walk away.” Curran took a long deep breath. “I sit in on every meeting.” I had won. “As long as you’re honest with me about your chances, I’ll support you. Kate, if you lie, it’s over.” I crossed my arms. “You expect me to lie.” “I don’t. I’m just getting it out there so there are no surprises.” We stared at each other. “Are we cool?” he asked. “I don’t know, you tell . .
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