"Twenty percent?" I stared at Evelyn, wondering if the excitement had affected her judgment. "That's a significant portion of your company."
She continued typing furiously, her business instincts in full overdrive. "It's exactly what you deserve. The Youthful Jade Countenance Serum alone has generated billions in value. Your future contributions could be worth hundreds of billions."
"You don't need to give me anything," I said. "The engagement contract already covers our arrangement."
"This isn't about obligation," she replied firmly, not looking up from her screen. "This is about fairness. You're providing priceless knowledge that's transforming my company into something extraordinary."
I watched her work, impressed by her decisive nature. Most people would hesitate before making such a massive financial commitment, but Evelyn had clearly calculated the value proposition.
