had documented independent professional reasons for leaving.
At the first court hearing, Meridian’s attorney admitted there was no direct evidence that I had offered anyone money, employment, or instructions to resign.
The judge refused Meridian’s request to completely isolate me from the industry.
However, the temporary freeze on my settlement remained while the financial investigation continued.
After court, Grant asked me to meet at a nearby café.
He slid a consulting contract across the table.
“Four million dollars a year,” he said. “You never have to enter the building or
