“Why did you hide it from me?” Stephen asked Charlie as they settled back down.
The air in the room was much lighter and everyone was smiling, even Charlie who had been forced to tell Stephen the truth.
“Stephen, at that time I didn’t even know if you knew your father had a fourth brother.” Charlie pointed out. “If you had not known about me, you would have thought I was someone trying to take advantage of the Cho name.”
Stephen nodded, understanding his uncle’s reason.
“Don’t think that I hired you and later on treated you as family just because your last name was Cho.” Charlie told his nephew. “You are an amazing young man, Stephen, you are th
Stephen did not utter a word as his driver took them from Charlie’s apartment complex to the Cho Mansion.Armand had not brought a car so the couple had to drop him off at home.After Charlie had given him and Armand the files on Eldrich Cho’s medical condition, the brothers got into a fighting match.Luckily, they were both adult enough to recognize that it wasn’t anyone’s fault.“Anastasia needs to know.” Armand suddenly said, breaking the silence. “He’s her father too and we need to face this problem like a family.”Stephen nodded in agreement.
The next day Stephen went to the office with a heavy heart. He couldn’t help but wonder if everything he was doing would be worthless in the end. The Cho family had so much money, and yet it seemed like they couldn’t even save their patriarch. On the outside Stephen simply looked calm and aloof. The employees greeted and bowed, but they weren’t surprised when he didn’t smile or greet them back. It wasn’t his job to make them happy, it was their jobs to satisfy him with their work. To those who knew him, however, it was clear that there was something on his mind. “He was fine at work yesterday.” Andrew said as he sneaked a look at Stephen as his boss looked out the large windows of his office. “What are you gossiping about Andrew Wong?” Amalia asked as she arrived, spotting Andrew whispering to Isabelle. Andrew suddenly stood straight, looking guilty that Amalia had caught him gossiping about his boss. “You better tell me or I’m marching in there and telling my brother tha
Stephen knew that Isabelle and Andrew would be worried after seeing Jonathan arrive.He made Jonathan sit before stepping out to speak with his right hand man and assistant.As Stephen waved both of them over he could see the worry in their eyes. Having a doctor as a visitor was rarely a good sign.“Are you alright? I hope Jonathan didn’t harass you.” Stephen asked Isabelle as he gave her a concerned look.He knew that Jonathan couldn’t resist hitting on pretty women, this often got the doctor in a lot of trouble. He might be quite attractive, but the women rarely appreciated his approach.“It’s fine, I actually found it quite funny.” Isabelle chuckled. She had never been hit on by a man that way. “Don’t tell me you actually like him?” Andrew looked at Isabelle, shocked that she didn’t find the doctor annoying. “Hey! I’ve known your boss longer than you have!” Jonathan said as he suddenly stepped out of Stephen’s room, making Stephen groan in annoyance.“Didn’t I tell you to stay in
“I know that since I am new and my grandfather is old you think that half assed plans will be approved by us.” Stephen hissed as he glared at the product development team of Cho Industries as they stood before him.As he had ordered, all proposals needed to be presented to Stephen, the most urgent ones were the first to go though.“N- n- no sir.” One of the employees managed to blurt out. He was clearly scared of Stephen.The young Vice President hadn’t even raised his voice. His words cut through them like a sharp blade.They didn’t need to admit that he was right, he could see it in their eyes. Their reaction also after being criticized also revea
“Vice President Cho, your next appointment is here.” Andrew said with a smile as he led Catherine Ying and her team into Stephen’s office.They all couldn’t help but look around in awe.That was always the first reaction of the employees when they entered the new Vice President’s office.It was almost as big as the Chairman’s office with more modern designs and more practical spaces. It was built to suit the much younger and harder working Vice President of Cho Industries.“Let’s take this meeting to the board room.” Stephen announced as he took out a remote and pointed at the far end of his office. “I didn’t do anything!” Catherine shouted as the guards apprehended her. “I didn’t take that money!”Stephen waved Andrew over as he carried another set of documents.He threw it before her and the members of the finance team.“Transfers and purchases, all done in your name.” Stephen hissed. “Do you still deny it?”Stephen glared at Catherine. He knew that there was no way she could deny the proof before her, but as always, Catherine Ying did something he thought she wouldn’t.“You’re framing me!” Catherine accused Stephen. “Everyone here knows that you hatRevenge of the Abandoned Heir Public Shame
“You were quite the showman today.” Armand told his nephew as he reclined on his seat. “Very brutal.”“Was it too much, uncle?” Stephen asked, worried that what he had done would have a big negative implication on the family and the company.Stephen had initially calculated the risks, and in his mind it was a safe one. He had already turned over the documents for a proper investigation and the police did say that his evidence seemed solid.“It wasn’t something I would do, but you have your own methods and it’s not in my place to reprimand you.” Armand told Stephen. “But I think it was a smart move.”“You just said you couldn&
“Charlie.” Anastasia said in a low voice as Charlie lifted his head.Stephen could see that his uncle was on the verge of tearing up.He looked to his left where Anastasia stood, only to see his aunt’s tears slowly falling from her eyes.No matter how angry she was, no matter what harsh speech she had planned for Charlie, seeing him in person, alive moved her.“Anastasia, sister.” Charlie managed to say as he stretched his arms, welcoming her to his home.Anastasia quickly ran over and hugged him as both she and Charlie began to cry.“I’m sorry,