I explained it to Chris, answering all of her question, and pointed out the differences between a solution for the Swiss and Malaysians.

"That's good. Really good. I better call Dale when we get in tomorrow morning, and put the brakes on any discussions they have about repackaging. This would be a lot better."

I was beaming, stupidly happy with myself. I thought back to something Ron had said, about being as happy with my work as he was with his. At times like this, I was.

I put up the pad. "I'll email Wenli and have him put together some estimates, time wise, so we can price it."

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