The next move was direct.
A major investor suddenly withdrew support.
No warning.
No reason.
Just pressure.
Adrian called.
"They're testing your reaction."
"What do I do?"
"Nothing emotional."
That answer surprised me.
"Find replacement funding."
"Quietly."
"And if I fail?"
Silence.
"Then they know your limit."
Limits.
Everyone was looking for mine.
I decided they wouldn't find it easily.