Sam, worried that Haley might change her mind, borrowed the assistant’s office from Zac’s team and quickly printed the new contract. Then he brought it back to the hospital room.
Only when he saw Haley sign her name did he finally breathe a sigh of relief. It was done—the company now had someone in charge.
*
The next morning, Lily arrived at the hospital right on time for her shift. Haley took the boys home to Mistletoe Villa, had breakfast, showered, and got into Sam’s car for her first official day at RC Corporation.
Sam followed closely, looking like he feared she might bolt at any moment.
In Justin’s office, he handed her a tablet and began briefing her with practiced efficiency.
“President, you have a board meeting in fifteen minutes. It’s your formal introduction as acting president. Most of the shareholders are cooperative, but Vice President Harry Yates may try to stir things up.
“You’ll want to be ready with a few prepared responses. Don’t worry. I’ll be right there w
