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THE SCANDAL

Author: Rita Riley
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56

Damian on the other hand who was arrested for cybercrime was sentence to seven years imprisonment with severe rehabilitation and counseling. Mrs. Gray wished his sentence was longer than what he was given but it’s the law and it can’t be tampered with.

She looked at her phone with content and joy that her family wasn’t devastated again by this so called Damian.Charlotte stood up in disbelief of her father’s word and asked why she was chosen. He told her that she is the only trusted and closest person he knows besides she studied Business and Economical management so she’s the best for the position.

Charlotte knowing how determined her father was agreed and left for her room. As she left for her room, she saw Hillary her cousin showing her mother and Smith the portrait of Smith she drew. The usual Charlotte would get jealous and furious but this time she waved it .

She was swamped with thoughts of how to run a company worth trillion of dollars. How would she improve the stats when she has no experience whatsoever. Charlotte went into her room locked the door behind her and thought hard and long. She came up with a plan which she felt was a good business strategy for the business to thrive.

She happily bumped into her bed as she can’t wait to resume office the following Monday.

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The long awaited Monday came. Charlotte was dressed up for work and ready to leave . It was just fifteen minutes past seven. The whole house was shocked at the new behavior and dressing of Miss Gray. Smith her chauffeur was awed at such sudden change but he showed no expression.

Miss Gray the current CEO Of GC Automobile industry walked into the car and bid everyone goodbye. The maids thought this day would never come but they were happy about the change nevertheless.

Buzzing sound and busy road was all Charlotte Gray could see till she got to the forty-seven storey skyscraper which she hasn’t set her foot in for the past three years. Every staff greeted her casually as she walked in. She became suddenly friendly and humble. Smith who was walking behind her was glared at by all the female staffs. Who’s he ? They all wondered.

Charlotte got to her office which was already rearrange and adjusted to her taste looked outside the window and enjoyed the view for moment till her secretary told her all the staff has been assembled for a meeting.Charlotte walked majestically into the conference room.

As she walked in, she was introduced but her secretary as the new Chief executive officer of the company. The press and media took as many pictures and documentation during the course of the meetIng. Charlotte reschedule the working hours and added shift so workers can maintain a healthy body and mind. she signed some contract that were unfinished with new terms and conditions.

Charlotte knew that the company wouldn’t improve that way so she ended the meeting and left for her office. She asked her secretary to bring the files of their partners and top automobile firm in New York and it’s vicinity. After several hours of going through the files, miss Charlotte decided to improve their partnership by joining forces with other prominent and experts automobile engineers.

While going through the files, Charlotte found out one of the most respected automobile engineer in the United states. She contacted him through an e-mail to set up a meeting. Luckily enough, he happened to be in New York for a business meeting so he responded quickly and ask miss Charlotte to meet him at the restaurant so they can discuss business while having dinner.

After work, miss Charlotte met with Ann Elvis- the automobile engineer from the United states .Smith drove Charlotte to the restaurant where she was meant to meet Ann Elvis. Smith went back into the car after dropping Charlotte to her destination .

Charlotte was so happy to see him. She explained the current situation of the company and how she wants to improve it. Elvis understood our plight And volunteer to help her in any way he could. Elvis and Charlotte had dinner quietly as they signed the partnership contract. Elvis saw the potential in the company and promised to increase stats of the company within a few months.

Unknown to Charlotte, few of our Staffs were also at the restaurant so they spread the gist to other Staffs thinking Miss Charlotte was in a relationship with Elvis. Smith who was time conscious walked up to Charlotte and told her it's getting late besides she planned on visiting Layla brown- a business enthusiast who was also Charlotte’s mentor.

Smith picked up Charlotte’s bag and walked towards the car. he gently opened the door for Charlotte to walk in. Elvis who was walking slowly behind Charlotte waved her goodbye and left. Charlotte drove to see her mentor. She told Mrs. brown about the new change at her father’s company and the new contract and deals she made In just one day. Charlotte also told Mrs. brown about Elvis the most respected automobile engineer in the United states.

This conversation lasted for a short while but Charlotte knew she had stood ground in the business industry and she was happy about that. Mrs. brown walked Charlotte to the car and asked when next she will see her. Charlotte replied “ I’ll drop by before the week runs out” .

Mrs. Brown waved her goodbye as she drove off.Charlotte asked Smith on their way home about her performance and the changes she made at work today. Smith gave an honest reply saying“ I feel you are taking things too fast , why don’t you slow down a bit and let nature work it’s process. You did a great job I must say but let’s not take things hastily “Charlotte thanked Smith for his reply and bid him goodnight as she walked into her home.It is twenty five minutes past seven in the beautiful morning of Tuesday.

The sunshine dazzle with beauty as it greets nature. What the hell is this? Charlotte yelled as she dropped her phone. Every one ran to her room to find out what happened but Smith already aware of the crisis stood patiently for Charlotte in the living room.

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