Sickness

The following day, I headed to the office and convened a meeting with the shareholders to discuss implementing some changes. Surprisingly, my ex-fiancé, Elijah, had already tendered his resignation. Now, it was crucial for me to assert my independence and take charge of managing the company.

I inhaled deeply and adjusted my blazer, ensuring I exuded professionalism and confidence. Glancing around the room, I recognized a couple of familiar faces - long-time shareholders of the company.

"Good morning, everyone," I began, my voice exuding more confidence than I truly felt. "I want to express my gratitude to all of you for being present here today. As we are all aware, we are currently facing some challenges in the market, and it is imperative that we make certain adjustments to stay ahead of the competition."

As I glanced around the room, I noticed a few shareholders nodding in agreement, while others seemed skeptical. I knew that convincing them would not be an easy task, but I was det