Chapter 9:A Storm Blows Through
A couple of weeks later, J.C.’s office phone rang at 7:19 p.m. It was his strategic partner and colleague, Allison Centarus. When he heard the high pitch of her voice, J.C. knew that it was important. “J.C., I need to see you tonight. Liz is out of town, but I’ve got to talk to you today.”
“Hey, you sound upset.”
“Goddamned right.”
This was the worst word he’d ever heard the normally objective, former physician utter.
“I’m being sued by a coaching client!”
“Oh my. How soon can you come by?”
“I’m on my way.”
By 8:00, Allison had arrived and was sitting in J.C.’s office, having been offered, and accepted, a glass of Chardonnay. In the first 10 minutes, she explained the situation: Since Allison had left the hospital ...
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