As we walked towards the ICU, the atmosphere was chaotic. The hospital staff, including nurses and doctors, were moving about in a frenzy, and the waiting area was filled with my father-in-law's men. Despite their presence, I noticed that Mr. Adler was not among them, which piqued my curiosity.I approached the group of men and instructed them to disperse and wait until I had a further update on my father-in-law's condition. I realized that it was imperative to realign their tasks and responsibilities, as they couldn't continue loitering around the ICU indefinitely.The situation was already stressful enough, and it was important to maintain order and ensure that everyone was focused on providing the best possible care for my father-in-law.As we waited outside the ICU, the tension was palpable. Laia was still in a state of shock and disbelief, her body shaking as she clung onto my arm. I could feel her heart racing as she tried to hold back her sobs. Her hands
As I sat nervously in the conference room, I summoned all the chief officers for an emergency meeting to promptly tackle the dire situation. The weight of the responsibility on my shoulders felt heavy, but I knew I had to remain composed and come up with a plan. I quickly assigned tasks to each department, hoping to minimize the damage caused by the breach.Just then, one of the IT specialists entered the room, his face a mask of worry."What's the update?" I asked, trying to hide my growing anxiety."We've traced the source of the breach to an employee's laptop," he reported, his voice somber."We need to act fast," I said, my tone becoming firm and determined. "We must isolate and contain the breach to prevent any further harm. We can't afford to let this escalate."As the IT specialists swiftly moved to contain the breach, I took charge and organized a team to evaluate the extent of the damage. After a grueling few hours, it became apparent that
Laia's POVIt had been several days since the data breach happened at my father's company and he remained unconscious. Despite his attempts to handle the situation by himself, Aziel was clearly struggling. He tried to assure me that he didn't need my help, but I could see through his facade. The news about the significant data breach had spread like wildfire throughout the internet, and I felt a sense of urgency to act. I had no choice but to utilize all of my connections to attempt to quell the media frenzy and keep the news from reaching the general public.On my final day at the office, Amy, our charismatic and respected CEO, approached me with a kind gesture. She offered to allow me to leave work early and mentioned that she would do her utmost to assist with the ongoing problem concerning my father's company, despite my departure from the organization. I was filled with gratitude towards her, as her generosity and compassion towards me to
Later in the day after the information breach was contained, I called a meeting in the conference room and invited all members of the IT department and the chief officers from each department. I had my wife and Carlo sit beside me while I conducted the meeting.As everyone settled into their seats, I stood up and said, "Good morning, everyone. I have an important announcement to make. As you all know, the recent breach in our information system caused significant harm to our reputation and finances. I want to make sure that this never happens again."I continued, "With that in mind, I am proud to announce the appointment of a new Chief Information Officer for the IT department. Carlo, would you please come forward?"Carlo looked surprised as he made his way to the front of the room. I then said, "Carlo had played a crucial role in resolving the recent breach. I have full confidence in his leadership abilities and am certain that under his guidance, the IT depart
Daniel Adler's POVI was raised in the poverty-stricken area of AGC known as "The Darkside", located behind the towering commercial buildings. My mother, Maria Adler, a struggling single parent, did her best to provide for me until her untimely passing when I was just 10 years old. This left me to fend for myself on the harsh streets, where I had to learn to be resilient and to never give up in the face of adversity.One day, as I was wandering the streets with my streetwise companions, I was suddenly hit by a luxurious car. I braced for the worst, but to my surprise, I found myself waking up in a hospital room, my body battered and bruised from the impact of the accident."What's your name, son?" the stranger beside me asked in a deep, raspy voice. Despite his intimidating appearance of wealth and power, I noticed a hint of solitude in his gaze. I attempted to sit up, but my injuries prevented me from moving."Daniel Adler," I r
As I delved deeper into the investigation report, a bombshell dropped. Mr. Adler was the illegitimate child of Alexander Stone, the CEO of Stonewell Construction Enterprise, a long-standing rival of the A.D. Corporation. I was in disbelief. How could my father-in-law trust someone with such ties to their rival?My thoughts started racing as I put the pieces together. Mr. Adler had gone missing just before the chaos and breach in the company. Could he be the one responsible? I had always felt a twinge of unease around him, and now, my suspicions were only growing stronger.He is Tiffany's older brother. Was Tiffany aware of this fact? Could this be the reason why Mr. Adler allowed Tiffany to cause a disturbance at my previous workplace? The report only indicated that Mr. Adler was investigating his real father.I leaned back in my chair and began to contemplate the information at hand. Perhaps, I needed to delve deeper into this matter and gather more information
Laia's POV As I sat beside my father's bed, grasping his hand in mine, the reality of the situation hit me with full force. The words Uncle Thomas and Az were exchanging faded into the background as I struggled to process what was happening. My heart was filled with pain and regret as tears streamed down my face. Az approached me, pulling me into a comforting embrace. "I know it's tough, but you need to be strong. Your father can hear you crying, and he wouldn't want to see you like this. I can tell he loves you, even though I've only known him for a little while," he whispered, trying to hold back his own tears. “What should I do? He’s the only family I have,” I asked in a low voice, trying to stop myself from crying. “I’m here for you. No matter what happens. I’ll always be here for you. Let’s not make it hard for your father anymore. Alright?” he said, trembling even though he tried to compose himself in front of me.
In the days following the funeral, Laia retreated into herself, her eyes filled with a sadness that tore my heart. She was quiet, barely spoke, and often retreated to our bedroom to lie down in silence. I tried everything I could to make her feel better, but nothing seemed to lift her spirits. Seeing her like this was unbearable for me, and I felt a sense of helplessness wash over me.On the other hand, the weight of the responsibility of taking over my father-in-law's company was still too much to bear. It seemed as though every minute of every day was consumed with trying to figure out how to keep the business afloat.The problem was compounded by the sudden disappearance of the company's secretary, who was an essential part of the business operations. I was at a loss for what to do, and the stress was becoming unbearable. I wished that there was someone I could turn to for help, but I didn't know where to start looking. The weight of the burden was almost too much t