2024-01-12 21:00:19Alan is now in Josias’s office, following his father’s instructions.
“Son, as you may know, your grandparents are retiring. I don’t know who will replace your grandfather Vernon, but your grandmother Elza got Jane Motta to be the replacement at the hotel. With that, they’ll go on vacation and I intend to take a closer look at the hotel and other enterprises.”
Alan smiles hopefully, “Are you going to check out Cardozo Perfumes? After all, you bought some shares.”
“Yes, I’m going to stay closer for now, to help them in any way possible. In fact, Mrs. Cardozo managed to settle in my old office space, in the Vargas Building.”
“Look, what an interesting coincidence.” Alan laughs.
“So, son, I believe it’s time for you to take care of some matters of the company you’ll inherit.” Josias announces as he heads to the drinks table, “You’re old eno
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