Ms. Page arrived at Prime Enterprises earlier than usual, her heart racing with a mixture of fear and resignation. The morning air was still crisp when she entered the towering structure, but she did not notice. The weight of her decisions and the consequences she knew would follow made every step she took toward her office feel heavier.Workers who had greeted her with respect a moment earlier avoided making eye contact as she walked down the hallway, their whispers barely audible. Her once-dominant presence had diminished to the level of mere office gossip, and she could feel the change in the air. She could not do anything to stop the humiliation that burned inside of her. Now that her bed was made, she was forced to lie in it.Upon arriving at her office, Ms. Page paused at the entrance. It felt like a tomb, this once-inviting room filled with awards and mementos of her accomplishments. The smell of leather and polished wood welcomed her for the final time as she pushed the door
When Abigail saw the messages, her brow furrowed. "Do you think we will discover anything?""We have to try," Sebastian said, "but I do not know." Whoever this "Alexander Kent" is, I will not allow him to get away with what he is done because he is dangerous.With a fresh sense of resolve, Abigail nodded. "Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help."After glancing at her briefly, Sebastian nodded. "Yes, I will. But I have to concentrate on this for now. Thank you for coming to speak with me, Abigail."She smiled slightly, grateful for his understanding. "Of course, my President. And thank you for accepting my apologies.”Sebastian called Anthony as soon as Abigail left the office, his mind buzzing with all the possible outcomes. When Anthony picked up, Sebastian wasted no time."Anthony, I have something for you to look into. Ms. Page provided me with a name and a number."He spoke quickly to Anthony, who was listening carefully on the other end."Alexander Kent?" Antho
Sebastian stared at the phone, trying to wrap his mind around what was going on. His thoughts were consumed by the name "Alexander Kent," which hovered like a black cloud over the investigation. Even though he appeared calm, something inside of him blazed with a desire to find out. He took a deep breath, picked up his phone, and purposefully moved his fingers to dial Anthony's number.After a few ringing rings, Anthony's well-known voice finally emerged, steady but with the weariness of someone who has been working nonstop."Boss, I am still looking, but 'Alexander Kent' is proving difficult to track down. Every lead I follow either leads nowhere or back to vague, untraceable sources. "It is as if this name was designed to lead us astray.As he listened, Sebastian's jaw tightened. "Do not give up, Anthony. Whoever 'Alexander Kent' is, he is not a ghost. He exists, and pursuing Prime Enterprises was a huge mistake. We must expose him in any way possible.""I understand, sir," Anthony
Beauty Carter was deep in thought, still reeling from the conversation that had just ended, when her office phone rang again, breaking the tense silence. The tone demanded attention; it was sharp. She hesitated a moment before taking up the phone, the calmness of her voice belying the raging storm within."Ms. Carter," the executive secretary's clipped voice uttered. "You are required in the boardroom for a senior management meeting. Please make your way there right away."Beauty felt her heart skip a beat. A meeting with senior management? She was not usually summoned to such high-level gatherings. Something was not right. She swallowed her discomfort and said, "I will be right there," before hanging up.She straightened her skirt and adjusted her suit jacket as she stood there, attempting to hide the chaos inside of her. Her mind raced as she headed toward the boardroom. Could this have anything to do with her recent choice? The timing did not seem quite right. As she neared the
In the office, Beauty reached for her phone, her hand steady even though she was running on adrenaline. She had been meaning to make this call for a while.Her fingers trembled as she dialed the unknown number from earlier. She had no doubts or hesitations now that she had gained power. The phone rang twice before the same icy voice answered."Yes?" There was something dangerous in the deep, masculine voice.Beauty leaned forward, a smile curling her lips as her voice was full of contentment. "There has been a recent development," she stated in a smooth voice. "I have been named Prime Enterprises' new HR Manager."After a moment of silence, the man on the other end chuckled softly. He exclaimed, "Well done, Beauty," with a tone of approval. "You have surpassed what I expected. I knew you were capable, but this is really amazing."Beauty was revealed in the compliments, and her confidence soared. "Thank you," she responded. "This is only the beginning." With the board now in my poss
The rumors of Beauty Carter's unexpected ascent to prominence were, in fact, catching on like wildfire throughout Lanchester. Everyone in the city was talking about the newest rumors from Prime Enterprises in the high-end boutiques, offices, and cafes.Suddenly, Beauty Carter, the previously unnoticed Assistant HR Manager, found herself thrust into the position of HR Manager for both Prime Enterprise 1 and 2. Everyone was taken aback by the news, and rumors began to circulate."Have you heard? During lunch, a woman whispered to her friend, "Beauty Carter is the new HR Manager at Prime Enterprises!""Her? The friend responded, obviously shocked, "I thought she was just some nobody in the HR department.""Well, she is now somebody. I am curious how she pulled that off.""Perhaps she has connections," the friend speculated, her voice dropping conspiratorially. "Or perhaps there is more to her than we thought.""Whatever it is, it will be interesting to see how this unfolds," the first wo
Beauty Carter approached Mr. Harrington at a deliberate moment. She smiled warmly at him as she saw him in the hallway outside the boardroom."Mr. Harrington, could you please give me a moment?" she inquired.After a quick look at her, he nodded. "Obviously, Beauty. What are your thoughts?""Recently, I have noticed a few things," Beauty said, seeming hesitant to discuss things too candidly. "I do not want to go too far, but I believe you should be aware of this."Mr. Harrington frowned. "Go ahead.""Well, have you noticed any unusual delays in some of the company's projects?" Beauty asked after he hesitated. I find myself thinking that some decisions do not seem to be in line with the company's long-term objectives. "Some funds have been redirected in concerning ways."Mr. Harrington's gaze became narrowed. "What exactly are you suggesting?"Beauty responded quickly, "I am not making any direct suggestions." "I am just concerned. We all believe the president, but recently, some thing
Sebastian sat back in his chair and stared at the boardroom's shiny table, which was now empty. The meeting's tension persisted, leaving a chill in its wake akin to a storm that had passed. He was more uncomfortable than he wanted to admit about the infrequent display of candid disagreement among the board members. He was not prepared for the depth of the criticism he received from Mr. Harrington and Mrs. Langston regarding the choices he had made with the company's best interests in mind. Although Sebastian took great satisfaction in keeping things under control, it had slipped for a little while today.Concerned looks were exchanged by William Prime and Abigail as the final board member's door closed. The seriousness of what had happened hovered between them like an unanswered question at first, and neither of them said anything.It was William who broke the silence first. His voice was low and reflective as he said, "I have never seen the board this divided. Not since the early d