Chapter 599 Waters Run Deep In Prominent Families.
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When Lysander heard the news, a profound feeling of reassurance washed over her. She admitted, with a hint of nervousness in her voice, “Actually, before I joined Thorne Constructions and Energies, I didn’t have any previous experience in managing a company. I’m afraid you might have to bear with me as we move forward.”
Monica responded with a gentle laugh, her tone filled with encouragement, “Isn’t everyone starting from the beginning at some point? It’s perfectly fine. Mr. Guerra has already given me instructions. I’ll do my utmost to support you.”
Knowing that both Carol and Josiah had endorsed her, Monica’s reliability was unquestionable in Lysander’s view.
A surge of warmth blossomed in Lysander’s heart, yet there remained a trace of concern that subtly marred her expression. “There’s something else… When it comes to management, my skills are considerably lacking compared to Mr. Guerra. I hope this doesn’t cause you too much disappointment.”
Despite Josiah’s numerous shortcomings, his outstanding professional capabilities were undeniable, and not something she could easily dismiss, even if she tried to view him through a biased lens.
Monica caught a glimpse of the cause for Lysander’s concern and promptly clarified her position. “Ms. Thorne, Mr. Guerra specifically assigned me here to assist you. If you were capable of handling everything perfectly on your own, why would he offer me a doubled salary and bonus? Please rest assured, from today onward, you are the only one I report to directly.”
The assistant’s salary was already considerable, and after the increase, it was comparable to the salaries of executives at some major firms.
Upon reviewing the total compensation, Lysander was momentarily lost for words due to the substantial amount. However, Monica’s assurances allowed her to find some temporary peace of mind. After all, it was unlikely that anyone would have issues with receiving such a generous financial package.
With Monica’s assistance, Lysander found that her work efficiency in the mornings had greatly improved. managed to complete her tasks ahead of schedule, tasks that were initially planned to finish by noon, and then she seized the opportunity to take a short break and visit the restroom.
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As she was about to exit, she overheard several female employees conversing behind the partition.
“I was completely drained today. I thought I could finally relax until the year’s end, but our department head has started showing up every day. There’s no chance to slack off anymore.”
“Tell me about it. Before, we could slip away from the logistics department by four. Now, we need to be ready at a moment’s notice in case there’s a pickup.”
These employees were clearly unhappy about the increased scrutiny at work.
Understanding that it was natural for people to want some downtime during their workday, Lysander knew that certain aspects of the job shouldn’t be overly regimented.
She believed that as long as her employees completed their designated tasks, there was no need to continuously nag about punctuality. To avoid an uncomfortable encounter with her employees, Lysander hesitated before pushing the restroom door open, planning to leave only after they had departed.
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Chapter 599 Waters Run Deep In Prominent Families
“Who can you blame? It’s all because of the new boss, Ms. Thorne. She came in like a storm. She has a powerful backing: even Mr. Cobb, the manager, has to step aside for her.”
“No wonder Mr. Cobb has been looking so downcast lately,”
“I heard she’s supposedly the chairman’s daughter. But everyone has met his daughter before, and there was no mention of a second Ms. Thorne in their family.”
The restroom’s lack of sound insulation meant every word was audible.
A person, seemingly more cautious, lowered her voice. “Be careful what you say about these matters. It could be problematic if she overhears us.”
Yet another replied, undeterred, “So what if it spreads? Who’s really at fault here?”
Lysander, still hidden by the partition, felt a reluctance to step out too soon, curious about this guilt they attributed to her.
“You might not know, but at the executives‘ meeting yesterday, Mr. Guerra himself defended her. He even shut down the managers from Mr. Cobb’s team for her. If there wasn’t something between them, why would he go to such lengths?”
“No way! Wasn’t Mr. Guerra engaged to the darling daughter of Riveron Corporation?”
“That’s old news. I heard their engagement broke off because of someone’s interference.”
“So, could it be that Ms. Thorne secured her position by winning over Mr. Guerra and sidelining his fiancée?”
“It’s clear, isn’t it? Why else would she be in an executive role right off the bat, at our age?”
“My goodness, is she really Mr. Thorne’s biological daughter? Could it be that Mr. Guerra manipulated things just so she could legitimately take an executive role in our company?”
“Isn’t it difficult for adults to change their last names?”
“That might be the case for ordinary people like you and me, but we’re not just talking about anyone. We’re talking about Mr. Guerra.“
“You have a point, but would Mr. Thorne agree to that?”
“You seem a little out of touch with what’s been happening. How many of us here are new enough not to know that it’s been Mr. Guerra steering the ship of our company these last few years? Mr. Thorne is quite old, and his wife has been bedridden and severely ill. Considering his age, it’s improbable he’ll return to oversee the company’s operations. Essentially, he’s passed the entire leadership mantle to Mr. Guerra.”
“Geez, the waters sure run deep in prominent families.”
“Absolutely, but what intrigues me the most is why Mr. Guerra is so taken with the new executive, Ms. Thome. Sure, she’s attractive, but her demeanor is so detached. It’s hard to imagine someone of Mr. Guerra’s standing tolerating such aloofness.”
“Rich folks certainly have their peculiarities. Who knows, perhaps Mr. Guerra has a hidden penchant for playing the subordinate role, getting tormented…”
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“You’re so dirty–minded!”
“You wouldn’t believe what I witnessed the day Mr. Guerra supported Ms. Thorne at the meeting. I was there, delivering documents. Guess what I saw?”
“Come on, out with it!”
“Mr. Guerra had this noticeable, lengthy scar on his arm I’ve seen him around in the summer before. sleeves rolled up and no mark whatsoever. Then, all of a sudden, after Ms. Thorne arrives, this scar appears. It really makes you think…”
“My goodness, who would have imagined? Ms. Thorne appears so composed, yet it seems she can really stir things up behind closed doors!”
“It’s a reminder not to judge a book by its cover…
Their discussion was brimming with energy when suddenly, a door slammed against the wall, abruptly. cutting them off.
With a blank expression, Lysander approached them.
The employee who had been spreading rumors saw her approach and her face drained of color, struggling to find her words, barely managing a nervous greeting.
“Hello, Ms. Thome…”
“Ms. Thorne, how are you?”
Lysander acknowledged them with a simple hum, then moved to wash her hands at the sink.
The others, caught in an uncomfortable limbo, unsure whether to stay or leave, began subtly nudging each Mother.
“Ms. Thorne, actually we were-”
As Lysander dried her hands with a tissue, she lowered her voice, maintaining a calm demeanor. “While it’s true that I’m the biological daughter of Mr. Howard Thome, it’s also true that Mr. Guerra has been a significant support to me. I acknowledge that.”
“Ms. Thorne, we were just talking without thinking. We’re really sorry.”
Relaxing slightly, Lysander responded, “Engaging in light–hearted banter about your boss is one thing, but let’s keep our discussions within these walls. We’re facing enough challenges both inside and outside the company as it is. We need to be careful about how we present ourselves.”
The group of employees quickly nødded, their agreement immediate and eager. “We understand, Ms. Thorne.
“All right, go on with your work.
The employees didn’t dare to linger or resume their earlier gossip. They quickly dispersed, leaving the restroom silent and empty.
