The CEO's Contractual Wife

Chapter 150

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.”

he replied, tapping a section of the packet. “Along with

notes.”

stood up, gathering my things.

my new position, the whispers hadn’t completely subsided. I kept my head

when we reached her office, but she

said into the phone before hanging up. “Are heading to

you

should be back by mid–afternoon. Is there anything specific you

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Chapter 150

to the public spaces,” Michelle advised. “Their lobby and restaurants are underutilized, considering their prime

difficult to work with?” I asked, mentally preparing myself for

opinions. Very strong opinions about maintaining the Thompson

muttered. “No pressure

him,” Michelle said confidently. “Just don’t let him bully you into a

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

please,” I instructed as we settled into the back

in the last quarter; they’ve

stays,” I mused, looking out at the Los Angeles traffic.

enthusiastically. “They’re getting the younger crowd

spent the rest of the drive discussing potential strategies, with Dylan taking rapid notes on his tablet. His enthusiasm was infectious, and I

into view, its classic façade elegant against the blue California sky. The

Dylan commented as we

it doesn’t exactly scream ‘modern luxury,” I finished for him. “It feels like stepping back

a good way?”

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