‘Is Lawrence the key to all this? Does he know something?’ Jared thought.

Meanwhile, Nicole strode into DillCorp’s CEO’s office, and when she arrived, she looked around the refurbished room with a satisfied smile.

“Nicole, you made it!” Lulu exclaimed, entering the room with several people in tow, each holding a folder.

“Ms. Riddle,” they greeted with a nod, and lined up before her.

Nicole took her seat, briefly met their eyes, and began, “Fill me in.”

“Due to poor management, DillCorp has gotten itself embroiled in financial troubles, making it hard for it to achieve significant progress soon,” one of them stated.

“We’ve noticed discrepancies in our accounts and are looking into them.”

of some of our staff. Some might not

Nicole massaged her temples. She knew DillCorp had its share of issues, but she had not realized the extent of

quickly you’ve all stabilized DillCorp. I believe we can truly grow with all

you, Miss Riddle,” the group

be around for a few days to handle some company matters. I won’t intervene with your tasks unless it’s absolutely necessary. Just bring me the reports on time and according to schedule,” Nicole said, her voice steady and

some issues pertaining to Everett, not to oversee DillCorp’s operations. If anything, she had complete faith in the team

Miss Riddle,” they acknowledged, before

week ahead of your predictions,” Lulu said,

nodded, satisfaction evident in her gaze. “Everyone

because you’ve got a good eye for talent. Weren’t you the one who picked all of them?”

best decision I’ve ever

shot back, chin tilted up in mock

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