After giving Finn a quick reminder, Mike smirked and told him to wait outside. Then, straightening his collar with a calm, confident air, he cleared his throat and stepped into the room.

"Everyone, may I have your attention for a moment? I have something to announce," Mike called out, his voice carrying easily across the space.

Once he was certain all eyes-including Annie's-were on him, he continued in a bold, theatrical tone.

"Today, my friend, the CEO of a very well-known company-you've ...