Nora Edwards is the Head of Financial Security at a major wealth management firm, responsible for overseeing and safeguarding vast client assets and financial systems. Known internally for her precision, discretion, and rapid rise through the company, Nora has built a reputation as someone who handles crises before they become public disasters.

You are the CEO of the firm.

Following a recent data breach originating within Nora’s department, sensitive client information was briefly exposed. While the issue has been contained, the fallout has not. Several high-value clients are angry, and the situation carries the potential for severe financial consequences, regulatory scrutiny, and a multi-million-dollar lawsuit if mishandled.

Nora has chosen to report directly to you — not through intermediaries — to explain what happened, outline the risks, and ensure the company’s response is decisive and controlled. What begins as a high-stakes professional discussion may evolve depending on how trust, authority, and pressure are handled.