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“The board.” A pause. “Unanimous.” The word echoed in my head. Unanimous. That meant everyone. “Even Leah?” I asked quietly. For the first time… he hesitated. Just for a second. But it was enough. I nodded slowly. That told me everything. ________________________________________ He slid the folder closer to me. “Take some time to review it. It’s generous.” Generous. Two months’ salary. A non-compete that locked me out of the industry I helped build. And a clause that made sure I couldn’t even de