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Chapter Twenty-Five: Just Follow Your Heart

Author: Alex Dane Lee
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56

"Just follow what's in your heart, sweetheart. Only you can decide about your situation." she gently advised her stepdaughter.

"I just don't want to hurt and disappoint Daddy. I've always been spoiled by him, and I've always been a Daddy's girl. And besides, both of you are not getting any younger. I want you guys to enjoy your life to the fullest and let me handle the responsibilities at our company." Celeste explained what's on her mind.

"You know that the employees the company are important to your Daddy, right? Your father believes that without them, the company won't be successful now. And besides, he feels like he needs to take care of all of the employees because they also have their own families that they need to support," added her stepmother.

"I'm also worried about them. But Daddy said I can't do it alone, and I need someone to help me run and protect the company..." Celeste continues on.

"I'm not taking any sides this time because I understand both of you and your father.
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