Chapter 6 Rising From The Ashes

With Noah gone, I poured myself into my work.

My clients had always valued my expertise, and now, without distractions, everything seemed to click effortlessly.

The company didn't just function as it had before; in fact, it thrived even more without Daniel's presence.

I introduced a Family Day each month, where employees could bring their loved ones to tour the office.

Everyone said it made the workplace feel warmer and more genuine—it was a pleasant change from the past.

Meanwhile, Daniel attempted to start a business of his own.

Perhaps he thought he could build a new empire, but without the Shaws backing him, he soon realized that people weren't as eager to support his ventures.

At a business conference, I attended as the Shaw Group's representative, and there he was—Daniel, a shadow of his former self.

His earlier confidence had faded, replaced by a hint of resignation. Watching me surrounded by others, he finally approached me during a quiet moment.

"Didn't expect you