Filed To Story: My Accidental Bride Is a Fashion Circle Queen Novel
“Then, who do you propose?”
Because of Emma, a few of the shareholders were red in anger. They did not view highly on acting as a career, let alone the fact that Emma was also once a model.
“I wonder how many people she’s had a disagreement with…If we get her to lead Miller Corps, isn’t that submitting Miller Corps to humiliation? Rather than that, I’d rather the Big Miss take control…”
Someone suddenly changed the focus to Elodie and Elodie was quite surprised by this.
In reality, the majority of people in the room were aware of the limits to Elodie’s capabilities, but it was too awkward to point it out in front of her…
Elodie knew what they thought of her, so she smiled and said in a sincere voice, “I know I had many flaws in the past and have made everyone disappointed. But, after a long period of reflection, starting all over from the grassroots of the company, I have developed a new understanding of Miller Corps. This is something that I want to tell everyone regardless of who is to take over.”
“Support for Emma!”
“Support for the Big Miss!”
“Emma!”
“Big Miss.”
“From what I’ve heard, Emma doesn’t seem interested in management. The chairman has looked for her multiple times in the past, but she firmly replied to the chairman that she didn’t want to sit around in meetings all day with a bunch of old people. Management is not where her interests lie.”
As soon as this particular shareholder spoke up, everyone stopped arguing. This was something that plenty of people knew about.
Emma had indeed rejected Elder Miller. In fact, she had rejected him more than once.
“Since we can’t count on her, what else can we say?”
“As long as the Big Miss can take over, I will be rest assured!”
The discussions were obviously leaning towards the result that Elodie wanted. But, she remained calm as she said, “I would like to thank everyone for your belief in me, but, I have made a mistake in the past.”
“Since it’s so hard to settle on a decision, let’s cast a vote.”
“That’s right, let’s vote.”
After mutual agreement, the shareholders decided to use the fairest method. Elodie was confident with this decision, because she had already bribed a large number of people. But, unexpectedly, the results bet**en her and Emma were a tie.
“You are all recommending Emma, but too bad, she would rather expose some flesh to the public than to take Miller Corps into consideration!”
“Everyone calm down. The best thing for us to do is to let grandfather make the decision. I may not be able to repay everyone’s kindness…” Elodie acted modest. “Grandfather has the final say.
“What else is there to consider? Which one of you have seen Emma’s abilities? Just because she survives well in the entertainment industry, does that mean she is good at managing a business?”
“If you guys insist on putting Emma in charge…then I will consider selling my shares.”
After a round of voting, there was no resolution to their problem. They were still in disagreement bet**en the choice of Emma or Elodie. At this time, a phone call arrived from Elder Miller. No matter how disrespectful they were, the shareholders still endured their anger and answered the phone.
“Bertha has encountered a kidnapping in Switzerland and we currently don’t know if she is dead or alive. The entire Miller Family are working together to locate her. So, tomorrow, I will be announcing who the Acting CEO will be. I’m certain that no one will have any doubts about my decision.”
Elodie lowered her head and let out a cold and gentle laugh. She was sure that apart from herself, no one else in the Miller Family could truly take charge.
“Tomorrow, I will get my granddaughter to hold a meeting with all of you.”
He said granddaughter…
…but he did not say which granddaughter!
Elodie was certain that Elder Miller was going to place her back at the top.
The shareholders also misunderstood Elder Miller’s words, assuming that he was going to get Elodie to temporarily take over, so they clapped their hands in agreement, “That’s right! The model should step aside. To be blatantly honest, Emma is only suitable as a man’s toy. Someone like her, who can’t handle responsibility, should never step foot through the company’s doors.”
“Watch what you’re saying,” one of Emma’s supporters warned. They were already displeased that Elodie would be placed in a position of power again, yet Emma was also being insulted in front of them. How could they tolerate it?
“Since grandfather has made a decision, then let’s meet again tomorrow!”
“It’s still not certain who we will be meeting with tomorrow. You aren’t the chairman’s only granddaughter,” someone sneered as they left. These words hit Elodie exactly where it hurt.
Deep down, Elodie was actually aware that if she truly wanted to gain trust amongst the shareholders, she had to show them results. If she couldn’t resolve the problem in Switzerland this time, even if she got the position of Acting CEO, things would be just like before and no one would be convinced by her.
As for Emma, she had already been in the entertainment industry for almost ten years and had no idea about business. So, Elodie did not need to worry that Emma would produce results before her.
Regardless of everything, she had already been in business for many years. She wasn’t someone that Emma could easily compare with.
“Thank you Bertha for your sacrifice and for fulfilling my wish!” Elodie thought inside.
…
10pm. The flight that Bertha was on, arrived in New York airport right on time. The people that Eric sent, protected her flawlessly. Even though they walked directly out of the airport, no one noticed a thing.
After 40 minutes, Bertha entered Hyatt Regency. As soon as she saw Emma, she stretched out her arms and wr*pped her in a tight hug.
Although she knew their plan was flawless she was still frightened at the thought of it.
“Mom, you sure have guts,” Emma had heard about the entire incident and knew that Bertha had taken a huge risk.
“Aren’t I fine in the end?” Bertha removed her jacket and spun around in front of Emma to show that she was unscathed. “When Eric is involved, could you possibly not be rest assured?”
Emma took a deep breath and dragged Bertha over to the sofa.
“How’s the situation with Elodie?”
“She seems to think that grandfather will give her the role of Acting CEO tomorrow. She’s probably wracking her brain at the moment, trying to think of a way to make a contribution by saving the collaboration with Switzerland,” Emma replied calmly.
Bertha looked seriously into Emma’s eyes. Her eyes appeared to have a life of its own, making those that looked into it feel like their true self would be revealed right in front of her. She was too good at judging people. In fact, there were many times when she’d see through someone, but not reveal it.
“What do you plan to do then?”
“Grandfather has recommended a secretary for me. I think it’s best if I get her to temporarily represent me. When the time is right, I will make an appearance,” Emma explained thoughtfully. “As for the collaboration with Switzerland, I’ve already given them over 40 phone calls. Although they haven’t picked up once, I will continue to try.”
At a time like this, sincerity was the most important thing. And it just so happened that Emma was a persistent person.
“Are you confident?” although Bertha believed in Emma’s abilities, after managing Miller Corps for so long, she still hoped there was no chance of failure.
“Mom, trust me. Sleep here tonight. I’ve already prepared the guest room for you.”
Bertha had experienced so much in 2 days that she was left in a tired state, so she had no energy to refute as she headed for the guest room.
Emma watched as Bertha disappeared into the room before she picked up her phone to attempt another call. However, the other party still refused to pick up. She kept trying until 2 hours later when she fell asleep because her pregnancy made her lethargic. Eric walked out of the study room to find Emma huddled up on the sofa. He immediately straightened out her body, picked up her phone and continued to help her call.
Bertha was sensitive to the movement in the living room, but it was already 3am. So, she was a little worried. Hence, she got up out of bed and tiptoed over to the living room. Just as she reached the living room, she spotted Eric keeping Emma warm as she slept. He was propped up against the sofa as he p**ssed the phone in his hand repeatedly.
Bertha was a little surprised as she stood in place. She felt Emma had made a huge gain by marrying a man like this; she was very fortunate.
Although Emma also loved Eric, compared to what Eric did for her in secret, Bertha felt her heart ache for her son-in-law.
Eric attempted a few more calls before someone finally picked up on the other side. Using a mouth of fluent Italian, he conversed comfortably with the man. After roughly ten minutes, he put down the phone and carried Emma towards the bedroom.
Halfway there, Emma woke up. She sleepily looked at the side of Eric’s face and mumbled, “Hubby…I’m still making phone calls. You go to bed first.”
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