The CEO's Contractual Wife

Chapter 150

Olivia

I wrapped my fingers around the oversized coffee mug on my desk, inhaling the rich aroma that promised to jumpstart my brain. The Thompson Hotels project file lay open before me, pages of market research and competitor analysis spread across my desk in organized chaos. Two weeks into my new role as Senior Marketing Strategist, I was finally finding my rhythm.

My office phone buzzed, and Dylan’s voice came through the speaker. “Mrs. Carter, I’ve compiled the demographic reports you requested for Thompson. Also, this is a reminder that we have a site visit scheduled for 11 a.m.”

I pressed the intercom button. “Thanks, Dylan. I’ll be ready to leave in twenty minutes.”

I turned back to my notes, scribbling additional ideas for the Thompson rebrand. The luxury hotel chain had been losing market share to trendier boutique hotels that better captured the attention of younger travelers. Our job was to help them reclaim their position without alienating their loyal customer base.

A soft knock interrupted my concentration.

“Come in,” I called, not looking up

from

my notepad.

Dylan entered with a tablet in hand. “I’ve prepared a briefing packet for our site visit to the Beverly Hills property,” he said, placing a sleek folder on my desk. “It includes the property specs, current marketing materials, and competitor analysis for luxury hotels in the area.”

I flipped through the immaculately organized pages. “This is incredibly thorough, Dylan.”

“Just doing my job, Mrs. Carter.” He adjusted his glasses with a small smile. “The car will be here in fifteen minutes. Should I grab your portfolio?”

“Yes, and can you print the concept boards Ava sent over this morning? I want to reference them while we’re on site.”

in the folder,” he replied, tapping a section of the packet. “Along

notes.”

it’s appreciated.” I stood up, gathering

stares. Despite two weeks in my new position, the whispers hadn’t completely subsided. I kept my head high, reminding myself that I deserved this role, regardless of

her

of the day,” she said into the phone before hanging up. “Are heading to Thompson Beverly

you

mid–afternoon. Is there anything specific you want us to focus on

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restaurants are underutilized, considering their prime location. Oh, and meet with Andrew Thompson if you

with?”

“Let’s just say he has… opinions. Very strong opinions about

muttered. “No

don’t let him bully you into a weak concept. He needs our expertise, whether he realizes it

headed to the elevator. As promised, the car was waiting: a sleek black sedan with a professional driver who

Hills, please,” I instructed as we settled into the

pulled out his tablet. “I’ve been reviewing their guest demographics. There has been an interesting shift in the last quarter;

out at the Los Angeles traffic. “Probably social media driven. People want

my thought,” Dylan nodded enthusiastically. “They’re getting the younger crowd through the door but not converting

rest of the drive discussing potential strategies, with Dylan taking rapid notes on his tablet. His enthusiasm was infectious, and I found myself generating more ideas

façade elegant against the blue California sky. The building exuded old–world luxury, with doormen in traditional uniforms and gleaming brass

beautiful,” Dylan commented

finished

good