His wealthy father.
Author: Doudou Falie
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Chapter 11:

Shocked by the swift action taken by the CEO, Michael felt a mix of curiosity and anxiety. To his surprise, the CEO broke the silence by gesturing for Michael to follow him. "Come with me, sir," he invited, his voice laced with a sense of urgency.

Feeling a knot in his stomach, Michael hesitantly followed the CEO through the bustling office. They left behind the sea of cubicles and entered into a secluded corridor where the CEO led him to a lavish room tucked away from the chaos.

The room exuded an air of luxury, with ornate decorations and elegant furnishings that spoke of the CEO's opulence. Michael's confusion deepened as he struggled to connect the dots between the manager's behavior, the CEO's apology, and now, this lavish room.

With a soft sigh, the CEO turned towards Michael, still maintaining a serious demeanor. "Please have a seat. I understand that this situation has left you bewildered." He motioned towards a plush leather chair, inviting Michael to settle in.

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