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before managing a weak nod. "Yeah,

nt to talk

ned to hi

ked at Diego. "But the CEO of the company is here, and I have conf

ed his

w, Asher, if you want a ques

down, but his father i

a child anymore..." he said s

Asher who was now also looking at him. They had so many questions, but no

ave?" Diego bro

NE'S

balcony while smoking a cigare

news inside?" I

Rodriguez is bac

d my phone out

But the warmth of her touch and the concern in her eyes encou

betrayal and heartbreak I had experienced in my sleep. She listened attenti

, grateful for her presence and support. Looking into her

red, grateful for her

e going through, I relate so much. Because, mine is the same. She was my first lov

h the aftermath of my nightmare. Her presence was a soothing balm to my trou

ed me deeply, and I couldn't help but feel a sense of kinship with her. I admit that over the years, I have grown cold towards other peop

er for a reason, guiding us through the darkness towards a brighter future. I also learned from him, that the woman he loved for the longest t

ough topics both lighthearted and profound. In Vivoree's presence, I f

g, I hesitated for a moment, unsure whether to answer or not

?" I asked, uncerta

It's up to you. If you need some

ll in her presence. With a deep breath, I answered

o keep my tone casual despite the turmo

ing, and need your presence! And Mr. Rodriguez wants everything to be com

trying to sound composed despite the whi

of uncertainty in my expression. "It looks like I n

. "Of course. Take care, and remember

nd prepared to leave, steeling myself for w

ERSON'S

ees immediately greeted him. But, as usu

ir car stopped right i

ention to the parent, while he w

ompany? I don't know anything lik

n took a d

CEO of the compa

o make their paths meet again. This time, they won't let th

the table, his expression composed despite the tumultuous thoughts swirling in his mind. Across from him,

rvous excitement coursing through him. His parents had informed him of his new ro

do later?" asked his chil

ruffled his hair. "I do

rd directors motioned for Asher and his child to enter. With a deep

over the gathered crowd. Diego's gaze met Asher's, as if every

in another direction. While Diego was still looking at her seriou

now and drag him because of the many questions entering his mind. Diego turned his gaze to

the company, his voice commanding attention. "Today, we have an i

each passing moment. Beside him, his child fidgeted

d a new Chief Operating Officer for our company," cont

the room as everyone waited with bated br

nly son," declared Mr. Rodriguez, gesturing towards Asher wit

ecially the questions that were directe

sensed the need to provide additional context by addressing the perspectives of the othe

ent," Diego began, addressing the board members directly. "Perhaps some of you would lik

I admire Asher's dedication to the company, I have concerns about his experience in handling high-pressure situati

tural to have reservations, especially when it comes to such a significant leadership transition.

he knew, they all knew that Diego's heart was still Asher. Although, he found other people to vent his anger, he found c

everything, but in this case, they w

Asher has certainly shown promise, but I worry about his ability to effectivel

lture of collaboration are indeed critical aspects of leadership. However, I have witnessed Asher's ability to inspire and mo

rough open dialogue and transparent communication, Diego sought to reassure the board of directors that Ash

oom, Diego, Mr. Rodriguez and Asher, remained seated, th

Contin