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The Quiet Authority of a World Leader
This chapter explores the contrasting public persona and private demeanor of a prominent world leader, revealing the calm confidence that masks his authoritative nature. Through anecdotes, it highlights his strategic behaviors, such as being habitually late, to assert control and reinforce his status.
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