"I've heard worse epithets in company boardrooms, Mr. Crowley."

He sounds almost amused, but he doesn't flinch or hesitate as he meets those golden eyes.

"An interesting question, to be certain. I think you might find that there are those who would be willing to make the move, if certain of support."

A beat, and then he says candidly, "Perhaps even without it, but it would certainly help to smooth the path in such a case."