Goodbye, Saintess. Novel

Chapter 397 The night was far too late for work , but people like Terry and Renault had taught me the true weight of power . Sleeping Giant needed to reach the level of those elite familles soon , or the Amoses and the Youngkins would crush us in time . " We've got to work much harder for this , " I muttered , gritting my teeth . Everyone else had gone home . I was the only one left , working through the night . By morning , Jeanine and the others began trickling in . Their surprise was almost comical . " Did you ... spend the whole night here , Mr. Grimwald ? Did you even sleep ?

" one of them asked . I smiled faintly . " We have enough employees and clients , but we're vulnerable . Sleeping Giant has painted a target on its back , and the only way to protect ourselves is to rise faster than anyone expects . I hope all of you understand that . " They did . Over the next two weeks , we all camped out at the company . I averaged less than four hours of sleep and more than ten hours of work each day . After days of exhaustion , I finally wrapped everything up - from the packaging to the marketing flyers - down to the smallest detail .

It was Monday when I sent the final email to our partner factories in Beauclab , confirming the production numbers for the new drug . Sleeping Giant had officially joined the battle . It was a massive gamble , but I knew the payoff would be just as great . " Thank you for your dedication , everyone , " I announced . " Take the next two days off and get some rest . When you return , our first batch will be ready , and the real fight begins . Be prepared . " Some employees managed a cheer . Most were too drained to speak , trudging out like zombies . Only Jeanine stayed behind . " Mr.

Grimwald , you promised an interview with a lecturer from Astergrad U , remember ? Ms. Langley called earlier , but I held off informing you because of the workload . She's just finished her lecture and is available now . Should I let her in ? " I straightened my back and forced my eyes open . " Good idea . Bring her in . I'll rest after the interview . " " Yes , sir . " Five minutes later , Astrid arrived . After sending an equally exhausted Jeanine home , Sebastian sat down with her to begin . " Mr. Grimwald , it's been a while . Thank you for agreeing to this despite your busy schedule .

My first question is about work - life balance ... " Gravity tugged at Sebastian's eyelids , but he fought to stay alert . The interview stretched past an hour . He answered each question as best he could , though his thoughts felt heavy . By the end , Astrid's expression had changed . The polite respect in her eyes had turned into deep admiration . ADMINJ