Offer Of More Reports
Sally leaped in to break the tension, which was thick enough to cut. “If it helps, I can prepare more thorough reports,” she said. My manager looked at her as if she had just made a ridiculous suggestion, and the room appeared to hold its breath. Her recommendation, which directly contradicted the nothing-to-see-here story my manager was attempting to promote, seemed to me to be right on.
Offer Of More Reports
Dismissive Claims
‘That’s not necessary—nothing extraordinary has transpired,’ my manager said, dismissing her quickly. His words were intended to be conclusive, but they seemed hollow, like an empty echo in the air. It was evident for the first time that he was losing his alleged control over the situation. I knew we were coming near to some actual answers, and it seemed like the tipping point. I could tell we were headed in the right direction by Dad’s unwavering composure.
Dismissive Claims
