FAKE IT TILL YOU MAKE IT| JJENINII

9

The morning sun filtered through the large glass windows of the boardroom, casting a warm glow over the polished mahogany table.

Taehyung sat at the head of the table, his demeanor confident and composed as he wrapped up the final points of the meeting.

Around him, the board members of his tech company, a group of sharp-eyed men and women dressed in tailored suits, listened intently.

Jennie sat to his right, her tablet open in front of her, where she had been meticulously taking notes.

Her focus was unwavering as Taehyung outlined the next steps in their business strategy, emphasizing the importance of their recent acquisition and the strategic advantages it would bring.

The room was quiet except for the low hum of Taehyung's voice, each word carrying the weight of authority and certainty.

"As we finalize the acquisition of QuantXt," Taehyung continued, "it's imperative that we fully integrate their technology into our existing systems without disrupting our current operations. Our goal is to leverage their algorithm to enhance our flagship product line, providing our customers with unparalleled speed and efficiency.

She tapped on her tablet, bringing up a detailed chart on the screen behind her. "One of the primary concerns was QuantXt's extensive portfolio of patents. To mitigate any legal challenges, we've secured exclusive rights to their patents related to the algorithm, with clauses that prevent former employees from sharing or duplicating the technology with competitors."

Taehyung's gaze remained fixed on the table as he spoke, his voice measured. "Which jurisdictions are we most at risk in?"

"Primarily in Asia," Jennie replied, not missing a beat. "China and South Korea, specifically. Their patent enforcement is notoriously unpredictable, and while we've done what we can to protect our interests, there's no guarantee that we won't face challenges down the line."

Taehyung's hummed as he tapped his fingers on the table. "We'll need to prepare for that possibility. Ensure that our legal team in those regions is ready to respond to any challenges swiftly and decisively."

Jennie nodded, making a quick note on her tablet. "Already in progress. I've contacted our legal representatives in those areas to brief them on the situation. They're preparing contingency plans as we speak."

The board members exchanged glances, nodding in approval.

The meeting continued for another twenty minutes, with the board members discussing the finer details of the acquisition, including the financial implications and the timeline for integration.

Finally, as the meeting drew to a close, Taehyung stood, signaling the end. "Thank you for your time. We have a lot of work ahead of us, and I expect nothing less than complete focus from everyone involved."

The board members began to gather their things, murmuring quietly amongst themselves as they prepared to leave. Taehyung and Jennie remained seated, neither of them speaking until the room was nearly empty.

"That went well," Jennie remarked, closing her tablet and leaning back in her chair.

Taehyung nodded, a satisfied smile tugging at the corners of his mouth. "It did. Your input was invaluable, as always."

Jennie shrugged modestly. "Just doing my job." She exhaled deeply, letting the tension of the meeting slip away. "It's always a relief when these things go smoothly."

"Agreed." Taehyung glanced at his watch. "We have a bit of time before the afternoon. How about we take a break and head out as planned?"

Jennie raised an eyebrow, a small smile tugging at the corner of her lips. "Hobbiton, right? To maintain appearances?"