The meeting started smoothly. I sat in the capital chair. Taylor didn’t dare to look at me or talk in the meeting. I had to ask her some questions that relate to our agenda, but she would just give brief answers. She has become mute, and I am loving every second of it.

“The meeting has adjourned,” I announced. “You can now dismiss.”

“Thank you, madame,” they said alternately.

I didn’t waste time standing and went to the door so I could go out. I heard Dara following me. I ...