Semua Bab The Cold CEO's Woman: Bab 1 - Bab 10

At the Benson Group conference hall, Mr. Taiye Jackson sat in the front row, holding a meeting with board members from his companies, all registered under his name. He whispered to his personal assistant, "Introduce the new head to them now."The attendees in the meeting hall awaited the introduction of the newly appointed CEO, whose name had been announced, but whom no staff had yet seen. Mr. Taiye Jackson, the former CEO, succeeded his late father, Mr. Benjamin Jackson, who founded the Benson Group of Companies, originally known as Benjamin and Sons Group of Companies.The staff members were eager to witness the transition of company leadership to Mr. Taiye's only son, Liam Jackson. Rumors described Liam as cold and difficult, and the workers anticipated challenges under his leadership. Despite being considered arrogant and unappreciative, Liam was known for his hard work and had a private business in the United States.His father announced his retirement, asking Liam to return home

Anita returned home with her parents, who had come to her school to witness her final graduation ceremony. Her mother was very happy, but her father maintained his usual serious demeanor as he drove them home.He was proud that Anita didn't let her beauty distract her from achieving success in life. However, he was still puzzled as to why she was the most beautiful of all his daughters.Even though his wife hadn't borne him a son, Mr. Joshua wasn't concerned about that because their custom allowed a woman to inherit her father's property, even if she was married to another man. Still, he often wondered if he was truly Anita's biological father.He sighed while driving toward their home, which was close to the university in the city.Upon arriving home, he drove into their simple compound and parked. Their home was a bungalow with four bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen, and five bathrooms.Mr. Joshua Baker owned the house, having acquired it from the original landowners. He stepped out

Mrs. Tonia said nothing after Flora left the room. She sighed and sat beside Anita on the bed as Favour and Esther also exited."You shouldn't have been so harsh with your sister. Fighting wasn't necessary," Mrs. Tonia said to Anita."I know, Mom, but they keep disrespecting me, and it's getting out of hand," Anita replied."It's okay. I understand, but don't let them change who you are. Keep being my sweet and calm daughter," Mrs. Tonia advised."Okay, Mom," Anita sighed, looking at her mother. Glory walked up to sit on the bed too."I have to go and join your father now. Glory, go pack your bags and come join Anita here," Mrs. Tonia said."Okay, Mom," Glory replied. She stood up and left the room to gather her belongings from the room she shared with Lisa. Flora was already there, organizing her clothes in the wardrobe, but she didn't speak to Glory, who took her own box out.Lisa sighed when she returned from the kitchen and found Flora in the room. She asked no questions, as she al

Scene 8: First Impressions and Lunchtime Longing.Liam walked into his office and settled into his executive chair, swiveling it to survey his surroundings. A smile played on his lips as he rolled up his sleeves, ready to begin his workday. He leaned forward, switched on his computer, and waited for it to boot up so he could review the company's records.Liam ticked off the seconds as he waited. A knock sounded at the door. "Come in," he called.Margret entered, holding a file, and smiled faintly. She kept her gaze lowered, stopping in front of his desk."Yes… remind me of your name again?" Liam asked, looking up at her pretty, light-skinned face."Margret Jonathan," she said, her smile unwavering."Okay, Miss Margret, what can I do for you?" Liam asked, and she stepped closer."Sir, Mr. John Patrick brought this file this morning and asked me to give it to you," Margret said, meeting his gaze."Okay, just leave it there." Liam pointed to an empty space on his desk. Margret placed the

Scene 10: Temisa's Dress Code Dilemma.Temisa was at her father's mansion. Their new home was a standard duplex on a government-owned estate, her father had bought this new house."Father, have you submitted my CV and application letter to the new boss?" Temisa asked, as her father stepped into the living room. She was sitting on the couch, filing her nails.Mr. John simply stared at his daughter. Instead of greeting him, she was lounging on the couch, filing her nails and firing questions at him as if he were her errand boy."Temisa, is it really that hard to welcome your father home?" Mr. John asked, dropping his briefcase on the center table and loosening his tie."I'm sorry, Father. Good evening, Father. Welcome home," Temisa said, finally dropping her leg from the couch and setting aside her nail file."Where's your mother?" Mr. John asked, and Temisa responded, "She went to the market to restock the kitchen.""And your elder brother?""Father! I'm not their keeper. I didn't ask w