[Whether she means it as a joke or not, Ozymandias laughs heartily at the suggestion. Gratitude goes a long way with him, it would seem, particularly when it's genuine.]
Of course! I may be well-remembered for my strictness, some would even go so far as to call me a tyrant for such high standards, but I am not without reason or generosity. My hiring manager should be compensated according to her labors and skills. [He sure did just drop that new job title real casual-like.] I cannot imagine you would have much fortune in finding new hires if that were not the case.
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Of course! I may be well-remembered for my strictness, some would even go so far as to call me a tyrant for such high standards, but I am not without reason or generosity. My hiring manager should be compensated according to her labors and skills. [He sure did just drop that new job title real casual-like.] I cannot imagine you would have much fortune in finding new hires if that were not the case.