Chapter 101

A soft knock at the door broke her reverie. Emily pulled her hand back, straightening her posture as she sat down in the leather chair behind her desk.

"Come in," she said, her tone composed.

The door opened, and Liam entered, holding a sleek leather folder in his hand. "Good morning, President," he greeted with a polite smile. "I have your schedule for the day."

Emily nodded, gesturing for him to approach. Liam placed the folder on her desk and began to summarize. "You have a lunch meeting with Mr. Thomas from the finance department to discuss the quarterly projections, followed by a tour of the updated manufacturing facility. In the evening, there's a charity gala hosted by the Mayor. You've been personally invited."

Emily skimmed the schedule, her sharp eyes catching every detail.

"Cancel the lunch. I’ll review the projections myself and send feedback. The tour is fine. As for the gala..." She hesitated for a moment.

Liam noticed her pause.