Charlotte agreed and nodded her head, "Whatever happens will happen. We'll think about the next step after mom gives us her answer. Now we'd better get something to eat because the sun is starting to rise." William smiled, "You're right Charlotte, I'm getting hungry too."The atmosphere in the dining room was filled with the tantalizing aroma of Charlotte's cooking. A pot of warm chicken gruel was placed in the center of the beautiful table. Immediately, the room was filled with warmth and cheerfulness, making it a cozy place to have breakfast together.William sat in a chair with a bright smile on his face, looking forward to the special dish Charlotte had prepared. Their eyes met, full of love and togetherness. Charlotte, with an apron around her waist, approached the table with some plates, spoons and a cup of hot tea.The scene at the breakfast table was enticing. The chicken porridge tasted delicious and looked so enticing with the tender pieces of chicken, sliced scallions, and
"Then it's time for me to use Michael to convince your stepmother to come over to our side," William said."What does Michael have to do with any of this? I don't know what you're talking about, William," Charlotte wondered.Charlotte was no fool, in fact she was quite an intelligent woman, from her school days to her successful career in corporate management. In school, Charlotte was known as a student who excelled in every subject. Not only did she receive high grades, but she was also active in various extracurricular activities.Her outstanding academic performance led her to win several awards and become a respected figure among her classmates and teachers. Charlotte's ability to solve problems and analyze situations was evident early on.After graduating from college with a prestigious degree, Charlotte entered the business world with confidence. She has excellent management skills and is able to make the right decisions in difficult situations. Her success in managing a dying f
William chuckled at his wife's laugh inducing behavior, "I have to admit that this office has an even better design than mine. I think the Salazar Group could copy this office to make it less boring."Charlotte smiled proudly, "You know, I always try my best, both in business and in office design. It's a good investment to create a comfortable and motivating work environment. How about we take a tour and I show you the other rooms?"William agreed, and the two walked through the office. Charlotte explains every detail of the design, the open workspace concept that encourages collaboration, and the breakout rooms equipped with modern amenities. Every corner of the office exudes a dynamic and professional atmosphere that reflects the company's vision and mission."Everything looks so nice, Charlotte. I have to admit, you have done a great job creating this environment. I'm proud of you," William said sincerely as the two finished their tour."So that means I'm going to be treated by you
William smiled and shook his head, "No problem, Charlotte. The family business is part of my responsibility as well. Besides, I'm a field manager, my job doesn't require me to be in the office all the time. So when and where is the meeting with Royal Litusia Hospital?"Charlotte then replied, "The meeting is scheduled for this afternoon at 02.00 pm at Royal Litusia Hospital. You can manage to keep your schedule less busy, right?"William nodded, "I can definitely arrange everything. And don't worry, I'll help with the meeting as much as I can. We have to make sure that this company owned by the Lysander family is not defrauded."Charlotte smiled, "Thank you William. I knew, I could count on you for that.""I'll see you at 02:00 PM then. I have work to do, so bye." William, not wanting to be seen as idle, left for the Salazar Group office. Even though, as the owner of the company, he only had to check the report Xavier had given him.Seconds turned into minutes, then minutes turned int
William, while remaining firm, began to see obstacles to reaching the agreement he wanted. Charlotte tries to signal William to be more flexible, but the opposition between William and Adam becomes more difficult to overcome.The meeting continues with tensions rising and the hoped-for agreement becoming more elusive, and the scene in the room increasingly reflects the tension that fills the air. The light coming in through the windows seems to accentuate the lines of tension on the faces of the meeting participants. The sound of footsteps and hushed whispers created an increasingly tense atmosphere.Not a single spark of laughter or smile slipped between the interactions of the two warring parties. Every word was carefully considered, and every glance was filled with suspicion and a desire to win.In the center of the meeting room, the sturdy table looked like a battlefield where arguments clashed and disputes raged. Documents were scattered across the table, silent witnesses to the
In his heart, Adam tried to ponder the failure. His inner turmoil was like an uncontrollable wave, tearing down the edifice of confidence he had built over the years. Anger and disappointment surged through him.Every step he took seemed to stop, as if the ground beneath his feet had collapsed. Adam was devastated to admit that the fraud he and his men had perpetrated had been exposed. This was not only a loss of business, but also a loss of self-respect and reputation that would be difficult to recover from.In his inner turmoil, Adam finally realized that picking a fight with William was the wrong thing to do. Although his pride felt trampled, his rational mind could still function normally. He was fully aware that if he continued to make trouble with William, then all that was left for him was destruction.***Studying the contents of the latest agreement with the Royal Litusia Hospital apparently took a while. The sun, still high, had now set and was replaced by the rising moon, w
A few days after the problem with the Royal Litusia Hospital was resolved, William and Charlotte called Michael to bring in Liliana's sister. Liliana, already aware of the mistakes she had made, constantly avoided and distanced herself from William and Charlotte so as not to be judged. Liliana even told her parents to learn to live independently by renting an apartment, just to avoid being judged."Michael, it's time for you to do your part," William said when he met Michael in his office with Charlotte."I doubt, I can convince my mother to do what you whispered in the car," Michael said."It will indeed be difficult for you to persuade your mother directly. Therefore, I will ask you to persuade Liliana first. If both of her children ask, your mother will have no reason to refuse," William said."This is the best way forward for our family, Michael. We must unite." Charlotte said.Michael sighed, "I know. I'll do something to get Liliana to sit with us."William and Charlotte smiled
"How about we take care of your problem? We also promise not to tell Mom and Dad. But this is not a free offer. You have to do something for us. Will you accept our offer, Liliana?" said William with a confident look on his face.At this point, William changed into Ethan Kingslayer in Liliana's mind. He was no different from the devil who trapped his prey. The hope that had grown in her heart was now shattered once again. William's offer was probably the best option she could have at the moment, but she had her doubts. Liliana seemed to be trapped in her own fears as the shadow of Ethan appeared in William.As her mind raced, Liliana's eyes scanned the room. She was like a person lost in the woods, her eyes searching every direction for clues. Michael, aware of his sister's behavior, realized that Liliana was caught in an overwhelming panic. Gently, Michael held Liliana's hand to calm her.Liliana's panic disappeared instantly. Then she turned her head to Michael. Her brother nodded,