Three years later...In the massive conference room of a certain high-rise building, a group of executives and the board of directors were seated accordingly in their positions. The seat at the head of the table was empty.Everyone waited for that person's arrival with their hearts in their throats.Only the people in higher positions within the company knew how terrifying their boss was. Though young, their boss was ruthless when it came to business and never gave a second chance to those who harmed the company.He was generous to those who worked hard and remained loyal, but ruthless to his enemies. In three years, the company had risen unimaginably and become the number one empire in the country. It then ascended to a top-three rank in the whole of Asia.To those employees who remained with the company even during the most difficult times, their rise to these positions was a testament to their loyalty. They considered themselves fortunate to have stuck with the company and reaped n
"Everyone, I appreciate your presence here. The reason behind gathering you all and convening this meeting on such short notice is to announce that my wife will be visiting." Tension hung in the air as Javier initiated the meeting. However, the revelation that followed left everyone in a state of surprise. Maintaining his composed demeanor, Javier continued, "Many of you had the opportunity to meet her at last year's opening ceremony. She expresses her regret that she couldn't personally greet each and every one of you on that occasion. My wife is a busy mother, her schedule is quite demanding. I kindly ask for your understanding in this regard." "Madame does not need to apologize." "Madame's kindness is truly remarkable. It's touching that she considers employees like us. We're genuinely grateful for her thoughtfulness." "There is no need to bother about us...." Those with a talent for flattery seized the opportunity to win favor. And their strategy proved effective. Javier's
Suzie smiled and kissed the twin's head. "Always remember that you two not only have us but you have each other. Keep looking out for each other like this as you two grow up, okay? Then Mommy will give you a lot of rewards." Hearing rewards, the two children's moods turned happy. "What rewards? Are we going to the ocean and dive with sharks?" "Are we going to fly in the air and meet Superman?" Suzie laughed. She really wished her children would never lose their innocence and their imagination towards the world. They could grow up strong and disciplined, but they should never lose their innocence toward life and their hope for the future. She would make sure of it. "Let me think about it." The two children talked about the rewards that were about to come while they held Suzie's hand. When Javier met them at the company's lobby, he could not help but smile at the scenery. The scenery of his wife and his two children laughing and smiling warmed up his heart. Life was full of ups a
It was the precious weekend when Suzie suddenly learned that she had a father. She was just having the best day of her week- her day off- when her door was knocked. Not expecting any delivery or guest, Suzie cautiously peeked into the peephole. As someone who lived alone for a decade, and a single woman at that, she needs precautions. Suzie saw a middle-aged man with two men in black behind him. They were all wearing suits. Just by the look of them, Suzie was immediately suspicious. "Ms. Suzie Bei?" One of the young men behind the middle-aged man came forward and knocked on the door again. Suzie stepped back and stared wide-eyed at the door. What were these men wanted from her? Her initial thought was that the creditors found her. But she was paying monthly diligently that she could not even afford to spend her day off on a trip. The debts that her grandma left behind made her broke to the point that even though she was working for twelve hours a day since her graduation from
The middle-aged man then told her about the story of her birth. It goes on like this. Her mother worked as one of the housekeepers of the Thomson family and was assigned to work in the building where her supposed father was staying. Since her mother was from the countryside and was too passionate to climb in the social ladder, she seduced the Young Master -her father- and got pregnant for one night. However, before her mother had a chance to tell the world that she was carrying the child of the Young Master of the Thomson family, she had learned that the Young Master had been engaged and was about to marry his fiancée. What made her mother more frightened was the stories that she had heard that the fiancée's family was quite ruthless. If they learned that she was carrying a bastard child, something might happen to her and she might lose her life. So to give birth peacefully, Suzie's mother left the Thomson family and went to her hometown to give birth to her. But Suzie's mother
***The Thomson family was indeed a wealthy family.Their mansion was so big and they have dozens of maids and helpers. Suzie could not even imagine how much the bills this big house paid every month.Suzie met the current Mrs. Thomson and her step-sister.Suzie thought that since she was a child born outside of marriage these people would not like her. However...They were unexpectedly welcoming. Mrs. Venice Thomson was a sophisticated woman who always had a gentle smile on her face. She did not look like she was in her forties. But rather in her early thirties. Venice took Suzie's hand while the corner of her eyes was turning red, "Oh poor child. I have heard from my husband about the things you went through. You have not even met your mother and your only guardian passed away too early." A tear even came out. "Don't worry my child, you now belonged to the Thomson family. I would be your mother and you would be my daughter."Her step-sister also did not lose to her mother's drama
The day of the welcoming party finally arrived.The Thomson family gave importance to this banquet thus all arrangements were flawless and extravagant. They made sure that the guests would be comfortable and satisfied. The invited guests were people from high society so it was important for the Thomson family to show off their wealth. The hired musicians played a classic song in the background as guests arrived one after another.Mr. and Mrs. Thomson were wearing cream-colored matching outfits. The couple looked refined and romantic. Bianca also wore a cream-colored gown showing off her slender back. The three members of the Thomson family were greeting guests with a smile on their faces.They looked harmonious and happy."Is the Albrecht family going to attend today?" Venice asked her husband. George checked his phone. "My assistant did not receive a reply. But they accepted the invitation. Since this concern both families, I am sure they will come too." Then he asked, "Is Suzie a
When Suzie arrived, the banquet had officially started. The people had their backs on her, so they could not see her coming. Suzie hasn't been informed anything about the party except the starting time. The Thomson family only told her to be herself and depend on them. Suzie was not a person to depend on others. One thing she learned in the streets was to be more informed than others. So even though the people who were working in the Thomson mansion doesn't want to tell her anything, Suzie searched about formal parties of aristocratic families on the internet. She only learned the theory and some basic etiquette. And one of them was the celebrant was supposed to seat at the front, or where the spotlight was. Suzie did not know about the details of this party or the seating arrangement. So she looked for George and Venice. She found the three at the front. When she saw the three of them wearing matching outfits, she halted. Although she was not knowledgeable in this area, she unde