After Stella finished, the room fell silent as everyone exchanged glances.

Darcie remained silent, and no one dared to speak without her lead.

Although the cost of insurance is not substantial, even with Stella’s proposed addition, the expense would be minimal compared to the company’s revenue, and the suggestion was beneficial to employees.

However, if implemented, Stella would gain significant credit, which Darcie might not endorse.

Darcie appeared to contemplate before saying, “The suggestion is good, but commercial insurance is meant to be a benefit the company provides. Charging employees could make them feel like it’s a wage cut. Additionally, some employees might not need this, making the expense unnecessary for them. If fully funded by the company, there’s a risk of false claims for family members.”

Stella had anticipated this and responded calmly.

would be entirely voluntary. The company wouldn’t force anyone, but the option should be available. This way, those who wish to purchase can do so, and those who don’t won’t

isn’t simple. It requires negotiation

Right now, I’m asking for your personal opinion. Do

front of so many people. If she vetoed the proposal, it would tarnish her

we should put it to a vote. Your initial survey doesn’t reflect

Before today’s meeting, I had Samuel distribute opinion forms to each department. We’ve been meeting for over an hour, so

a

entered, “Mrs. Jewell, the opinion forms

Samuel to bring them in.

had outlined three options—support, oppose, and

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