(Chapter 118) A Miss Tuhs?

Mr. Tuhs sat with a smile on his face, his eyes gravitating to the door.

He had been waiting for while for this, he felt an immense guilt at first, letting his daughter take over all he has. He felt he was going to ruin her life with a business she wasn't interested in.

Just because she was talented in the area, didn't mean she would want to take control over the business. But over time, he noticed how Astrid took increasing amount of control over, not only the company, but also security in the house.

She seemed to be born to lead. She took away many pests within the business. And also pests hanging around the family. Not only had she caught many spies, but she also went on the attack and helped Veronica out of the Yuke's grasp!

So he finally felt his guilt was unneeded. Especially when he noticed the difference in Astrid when not only Anya was born, but when she started to talk to Lewis more and more.

He felt she might be jealous of Anya at first, but no. She left the country, keeping in constant contact with her! And then built an empire of her own to keep Anya safe. She started to tutor Anya strictly, but also play with her lovingly. Anya could be seen as a genius by any standard at her age with how Astrid taught her. But she also was a very healthy child, who loved her family, and also was very happy.

So, he was glad, glad that Astrid would finally manage to find a way to reveal her identity to the world. He knew how much his wife suffered for so many years. Seeing a formerly prestigious family decay from the world's eye.

He was also a proud father, he had laid down the groundwork for many years. And now his amazing daughter would take over, and finish what her mother had been hoping for her entire life...

The buzzing shareholders, suddenly went into a silence. As the door to the office opened. And then a man stepped inside.

"L-L-Lewis Guilliano?" One of the shareholders was stunned, was he seeing things?

The Guilliano family, like Hanxi, had expanded under Lewis's control. They also had shares in Hanxi and would often be invited to shareholder meetings, but Lewis would never show up.

So why was he here now? Well, that was a simple answer...

"Brat, you better not have come here on your own! Where is my daughter?" And then, the group of shareholders could only sit in silence.

What... Did their CEO just say to Lewis Guilliano? He called him... Brat? He... Asked where his daughter was? Did they hear correctly?

"Don't worry dad. I'm here." And then, a refreshing, but also powerful female voice came from Lewis's back.

Lewis walked in and sat down casually on his respective seat. "I didn't kidnap her, don't panic." Lewis joked, as the shareholders didn't know who to look at!

They were all very familiar with Lewis Guilliano, some of them even had some small shares in the Guilliano businesses. But they didn't expect him to be so close with their CEO!

But they couldn't keep their eyes off the woman who walked in behind him. She was wearing a casual shirt along with a pencil skirt. She looked professional, while also showing a wild side.

Especially when they noticed her eye, all of the shareholders stopped there. In disbelief, fear? Who knew?

But then they couldn't help but look her over. She definitely had a face of a model. And then her body... What type of genes did she have?

Some even dared to immediately put her and Lewis together as partners. Based on the conversation they heard, and the fact they arrived together.

"Miss! Please excuse my rudeness!" And then, the shareholders stared at Wu in utter amazement.

Rudeness? But he was only sitting down in his chair... Wait! She was going to sit in the chairman's seat!

Wu, who previously showed little emotion, was now standing at attention as a private would to the general. He had his back ramrock straight, and eyes forward. That was how much respect he held for his boss.

"It's fine." Astrid calmly responded, as she took her seat.

"Okay then dad... Shall you continue where you left off?" Astrid asked with a smile. As she took out the bag of tobacco given by Stephan. And casually rolled a cigarette.

"Of course, gentleman. As you might be able to tell, this is my daughter. The current chairman of Hanxi. CEO of Auxil, and many others which I will not name here today. Astrid Tuhs, she also is the person which came up with the business plans of the company for more than three years now. And also... My oldest heir to everything I own." The shareholders were left with mouths as wide as an apple.

Mr. Tuhs has a daughter! She also has been the Chairman ever since the shift in power three years ago!? So she took the company to new heights! And... She is also CEO of Auxil?? Their main partner.

Lewis then reached into his blazer pocket and pulled out a lighter, he then passed it over the table ot Astrid. Who couldn't effectively carry one in her outfit.

Lighting her cigarette, Astrid puffed while looking around the table.

"I guess that's that out of the way. Now then, You might have a few questions, and honestly, I don't have time to answer them. But I will be telling you some things that will be changing from now on." Astrid blew out the smoke, as the room filled with the smell of strong tobacco.

None of the shareholders dared to say anything. All of them were at least twice Astrid's age, but they felt an unimaginable pressure from her, not only from her eye. but just her presence made them listen in respect.

Lewis saw this phenomenon and smiled. He felt Astrid could pull together any group of people and deliver a speech. She seemed to demand attention when she was serious like she was now. And he loved it.

"First off, I will become CEO of Hanxi coming the new year. While my father will be taking the Chairman position. I hope this is no problem to anyone here?" Astrid revealed the first change. But they weren't bothered by that.

How could they complain? They only cared about profits. And if Astrid really was the reason of Hanxi's blow up into a global company, then her being the CEO would only benefit them!

"Good, next will be a new cooperation deal with other companies around the world. Wu, if you would like to show the gentleman what I mean." Astrid then leaned back in her chair. Casual, domineering, but also dangerous. The vibes coming from her were obvious to them.

Wu started to type on the laptop he always brought to meetings, the projector behind Astrid then turned on, revealing a vast amount of numbers and other notes on a presentation.

"I will not show you this deal again. This is a top-secret arrangement that is planned for 2 years time. Planning is currently in process, and as you can all see... The projected figures should please you all." Astrid said with a lazy smile.

Mr. Tuhs was stunned at what he was looking at. When did his daughter have time to do this? Were they... All companies under her? That was crazy! And every single company would be benefiting as well! He suddenly felt very inferior to his daughter in the eyes of business...

Let alone Mr. Tuhs, the shareholders couldn't believe what they were being shown! "M-M-Miss Tuhs! A-Are these numbers calculated right?" One of the shareholders just couldn't keep his amazement inside.

"They are. But do keep in mind, these are only predictions. Only with sufficient investment can these numbers be reached. Of course, more investment will lead to more money made... Anyway, you don't need me to tell you that."

The shareholders all held their breaths. The percentage return on the investment was incredible! They already could feel their pockets being full by the end of this project...

"Another thing. This time, more personal. I hope the fact of my identity doesn't get on the news for now... I hope you all understand my meaning here?" Astrid warned them all. As the old men all felt shivers go up their bones from the stare from Astrid.

Stephan, who had not been in the meeting, timely entered. Along with a stack of non-disclosure agreement papers...

He passed them out among the shareholders. But didn't give one to Wu, Mr. Tuhs and also Lewis...

The shareholders understood Wu and Mr. Tuhs. One seemed to be her subordinate, while the other was her father... But why was Lewis exempt?

Knowing the questions in their heads, and also the potential issues it may cause. Astrid smiled.

"The reason why Lewis won't be getting an agreement... Is because I and him are in a relationship. If he mentions my identity, then it will be because we both agree it is the best decision." The shareholders felt their ears were full of wax at that moment...

"R-Relationship?" One was so shocked, he muttered his amazement out loud.

The others were also stunned. Lewis Guilliano was a man highly sort after by women in the country and abroad, for his good looks, high family position and also the fact he was never seen with another woman before! He was untouchable! So hearing he and their chairman are in a relationship... Was surprising.

Lewis was evidently very happy by Astrid's proclamation. "That's true, there will also be a follow up to this meeting at the banquet at the end of the week... For those thinking they might not want to go, I would highly suggest thinking otherwise." Lewis spoke behind Astrid. Supporting her words, and the shareholders then knew, that it was likely the truth!