Chapter 21 – New Trails
Author's POV
London – Watson Enterprises
The boardroom slowly emptied after the investigation.
Several directors stopped beside Keifer before leaving.
"We judged you too quickly."
"You have our apologies, Mr. Watson."
Keifer gave a small nod.
"I understand your concern."
"If I were in your position..."
"I would've investigated me too."
The directors looked at each other before smiling.
For the first time...
Their respect for the future CEO wasn't because of Serena Watson.
It was because of Keifer himself.
Mr. Ryder walked over.
"You handled today's situation well."
Keifer sighed.
"I have a feeling this won't be the last time someone tries to frame me."
Mr. Ryder's smile faded.
"I wish I could tell you otherwise."
Across the hallway...
Clyde watched everything through the glass wall.
"So..."
"You survived the first accusation."
"But this game has only just begun."
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Philippines – JJM Enterprises
The top floor of JJM Enterprises was busy.
Executives waited nervously inside the conference room.
The doors opened.
Jay walked in wearing a black business suit.
She carried herself with calm confidence.
"Good morning."
The executives stood.
"Good morning, President."
Jay sat down and opened the meeting.
"The third-quarter reports."
A manager stood and began presenting.
"Our overseas expansion has exceeded expectations."
Jay listened quietly before pointing at one chart.
"The projected costs are inaccurate."
"The logistics budget is too low."
"If we approve this proposal now..."
"Our profit margin will drop within six months."
The room became silent.
The finance director quickly checked the figures.
A few moments later...
He looked up in surprise.
"She's right."
The calculations were wrong.
The executives exchanged impressed glances.
One by one...
They corrected the report.
After the meeting ended...
Jay stood by the office window overlooking the city.
Her secretary approached.
"President..."
"Your schedule for tomorrow has been confirmed."
Jay nodded.
"Thank you."
No one outside JJM Enterprises knew...
That the brilliant young president...
Was also an ordinary student at HVIS.
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Philippines – Somewhere Unknown
The evening breeze swept across the rooftops.
A hooded young man stood quietly, watching students leave HVIS.
In his hand...
Was an old photograph.
Section E.
Keifer.
Felix.
Aries.
Yuri.
And himself.
He smiled faintly.
"Not yet..."
"...just a little longer."
He slipped the photograph into his jacket and disappeared into the crowd.
Someone...
Had finally come home.
To Be Continued...
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Author's Note
Hello, my lovely readers! 💖
New paths are beginning to connect...
Keifer is earning the board's trust.
Jay continues leading JJM Enterprises from the shadows.
And someone from the past has finally returned to the Philippines... 👀
Who do you think it is?
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