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Chapter 44 About To Get Engaged
The CEO's office on the sixty-eighth floor hummed with efficiency. Assistants meticulously arranged documents.
preparing for the impending meeting
Meanwhile, the former chairman's personal notification swept through the company like a thunderbolt, igniting
widespread speculation.
Corrine's striking appearance made her a topic of discussion, with many quick to dismiss her as merely having
a beautiful face without any real substance.
Whispers rippled through the office. "Isn't the chairman's last nFord? Why would he let an outsider
manage the company?"
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"She looks barely twenty-two or twenty-three. Isn't she too young for such a position?"
"Do you think she has sspecial connection with the chairman?"
A woman holding a steaming mug interrupted their speculations. "Don't be deceived by surface appearances.
She's a Holland by name, but a favorite of the chairman. Admitted to a prestigious business school at sixteen,
she led the Bright Pharmaceuticals acquisition at eighteen. Her achievements are far more impressive than you
might imagine." Her voice carried a decisive tone. "Instead of gossiping, focus on protecting your own positions."
With that parting shot, she pivoted on her heel, the sharp clicks of her high heels echoing down the hall.
The remaining group stared after her, momentarily stunned. One of them finally broke the silence. "Who was
that? What department is she from?"
"Never seen her before. Must be one of the new interns.
At the CEO's office, a knock echoed against the door, followed by a cool, composed voice from inside. "Cin."
The woman with the coffee mug stepped inside. "Miss Holland, here's your coffee."
Corrine, hearing the familiar voice, looked up. Her eyes widened in surprise as recognition dawned. "Natasha?"
Her face lit up with the unmistakable joy of seeing an old friend.
Corrine's mind briefly wandered back. After their scholastic assessment test years ago, Natasha Dixon had left to
study abroad with the Ford family's support. Though they had occasionally stayed in touch, Corrine had resigned
herself to the idea that Natasha wouldn't return. And yet, here she was, back where they had started.
"Miss Holland, long tno see," Natasha said, her eyes glimmering with a smile at their reunion. She quickly
collected herself. "Not all the board members are present. Should the meeting proceed as planned?"
Corrine considered for a moment. "Prepare for the meeting. We'll start in ten minutes."
Ten minutes later, Corrine strode into the conference room, Natasha following closely behind.
The spacious room was sparsely occupied; besides the department executives, only a handful of board
members were present.
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Corrine offered a brief nod, her tone calm but authoritative. "Since everyone is here, let's get started."
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entered, everyone rose in unison, greeting her with respectful formality. "Good morning, Miss Holland."
The meeting began, and it didn't take long for tensions to surface. Sof the board members seemed
determined to test Corrine, seven using the opportunity to subtly challenge her authority.
But Corrine wasn't easily rattled. With razor-sharp insight, she not only identified several long-standing issues
within the company but also proposed practical solutions to address them. Her poise and decisiveness silenced
even hel harshest critics, gradually earning the room's respect.
By the end of the meeting, it was clear that Corrine wasn't just a figurehead; she had the skills and
determination to lead.
As the discussions wound down, the head of the planning department approached, handing over a document for
review. Meanwhile, Natasha displayed information about the proposed spokesperson on the screen. The
moment the PowerPoint presentation appeared, Leah's smiling face lit up the screen.
The head of the department rose to provide an analysis of Leah's profile. "Leah has maintained an impeccable
reputation. From her tabroad to her recent endeavors back home, her popularity has continued to soar.
Considering that our new hotel's target audience skews younger, she's an ideal choice for the campaign. What's
more, rumor has it she's about to get engaged to the CEO of Ashton Group."
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