Her Turn to Lead
"Ayla, moving forward, you will take full charge of all company operations. If there's anything you can't resolve, come to me."
"Thank you, Dad." I nodded, my voice steady.
After my father left, the hall remained quiet for a few seconds.
Then, the applause began.
First Celeste, then a few executives who had worked with me, and soon more and more people joined in.
Adrian stood rooted in place like a statue. Harvey, who was beside him, looked pale. Jenna stood below the stage, her face streaked with tears, lips trembling, but unable to say a single word.