Chapter 115
Albert’s heart thudded hard in his chest. “Don’t be silly. What are you even saying? I could let anyone else go, but never you. That’s not even a question p>
Carola’s eyes filled with tears. She rushed into his arms, voice trembling. “You mean it? I really thought you wouldn’t forgive me. I was scared you didn’t want me
anymore p>
Albert held her tighter, feeling a sharp ache in his chest. “Whatever happened before, it’s over. Starting now, we’re together for real. And don’t worry about the police thing. Larry won’t say a word p>
“Okay p>
Thinking back, Carola realized the car accident didn’t seem so bad after all. In a way, it just made Albert care more, maybe even feel a little guilty.
She decided to push her luck. “Albert, so… when are we getting our marriage license p>
Albert hesitated for a second before nodding. “Let’s do it at the end of next month. How does that sound p>
It felt like all the weight in Carola’s heart vanished. She broke into a smile. “Perfect. I’ll do whatever you say, Albert p>
The Gresham was holding its first shareholder meeting of the second half of the year.
“Due to Executive General Manager Walton’s negligence and his complete lack of action during our PR crisis, I’m announcing his removal from the manager position p>
Walton’s face went pale. He’d had a bunch of smaller shareholders on his side, but when the vote came down, every single one of them voted against him. He looked like he might explode.
He couldn’t hold it in anymore. “Dorothea, this is too much. You realize I could take the founding members and walk out right now p>
Dorothea just shrugged, totally unbothered. “Go ahead if you want. But anyone who leaves should remember, The Gresham isn’t some place you can run back to when things get tough. If you leave, that’s it p>
Walton could see she was playing her cards well. He hurried to get his loyal followers to resign with him.
The company was thrown into chaos in an instant.
But Dorothea had seen this coming.
She’d already asked Nash to line up candidates for every key position Even though she paid a fortune to the headhunters, she was determined to fill every spot with people she trusted. ‘
That afternoon, Dorothea cleared out Walton’s office and moved in herself.
All these changes left everyone a bit on edge.
But then HR rolled out a brand new benefits package, better than before and focused on fairness. No more favoritism. Everything was about results and ability.
Suddenly, the real talent in the company actually wanted to stay.
Walton’s wife, Lea, came to see Dorothea on her own.
“So, should I start calling you Ms. Lane now p>
Dorothea smiled. “Lea, you can call me whatever you like p>
Lea let out a long sigh. “You’ve really got your father’s style. It’s just a shame your mom chose the wrong person back then. I’m guessing you want me gone too, right p>
The two of them had worked together once, but in the end, Lea was still Walton’s wife. As long as they were married having her as Financial Director was like sitting on a time bomb.
“Lea p>
Lea stopped her, totally relaxed. “I’m not here to make this hard for you. I’ll resign on
my own. Just make sure I get the proper severance, okay p>
Dorothea couldn’t help but laugh. “Of course. I’ll call Nash and he’ll take care of everything with you p>
Lea stood up and held out her hand. “When I get home, I’m divorcing him. Wish me luck p>
Dorothea shook her hand. “Good luck p>
She already knew who would take over the finance department. “Mamie, bring all your paperwork and come in tomorrow p>