Accountability

7Can We Overcome Human Nature by Trying to Control People?

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Lucy stared out the window into the distance, no longer making eye contact with either Pete or Kip. After a few moments, she said, “Gentlemen, I thank you both for a great and interesting discussion. But I need to get some work done. I’m free for dinner, say, about five-thirty?”

Turning to Kip, she said, “Mr. Kiplinger, let’s just say we agree to disagree at this point, shall we, but I do like your company. Mr. Williams, it was a pleasure meeting you.” Lucy smiled and rose, walking through the dining car toward her compartment. As she passed the cigar-chomping Hank Striker, she glared ...