Chapter 13
Author: Christy I.
last update2025-03-12 18:06:11

Collins had a feeling that Maxwell was planning on promoting him. However, he did not expect to be the CEO.

That's too big a role to give to someone who was just a mere construction worker.

He could still not believe his ears but had to accept Maxwell's handshake by standing up with him.

“Congratulations Mr. Collins Greenwood on your new promotion. I believe that you deserve the position and I know that you won't let this company down."

With his mouth open, Collins only gaped at Maxwell who was smiling warmly at him.

"I have made the right decision, haven't I?” He asked Collins who nodded repeatedly.

Maxwell sat back on the chair smiling as he thought of something before saying to Collins.

“Can you see that you're the answer to your own prayer and the hope you had. You're the man you hoped would lead this great firm better than Victor Morgan."

Indeed, Collins had been working at the place all these years, hoping that a better leader would emerge.

Now he was the leader who would be b
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