The High Cost of Cheap
| Languages | English |
|---|---|
| Episode | 13 |
| Genres | workplacerevengebusiness |
| Themes | Short Dramas About Revenge and Comeback |
Claire, a senior buyer, proposes a comprehensive six-hundred-forty-thousand-dollar service plan only to be publicly accused of kickbacks by newly hired Madison, who cites a bare-machine quote at half the price. Management sides with the lower figure, dismisses Claire, and wires ninety-six percent of the funds upfront. The delivered units arrive refurbished and fail every standard, yet Madison claims credit for the savings and leaves for another role. Claire gathers proof of the defective delivery, recovers every dollar spent, and acquires a controlling seventy-five percent stake to become chief executive.
Characters
| Claire | Senior buyer turned CEO |
|---|---|
| Madison | New hire who pushes low bid |
Key points
- Claire fired over price dispute
- Cheap machines delivered refurbished and defective
- Claire recoups funds and buys company
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