Chapter 37

I entered a room inside our company where a number of people are waiting for me. It is a nerve-racking situation for me. "Hello everyone, introducing our new vice president, Ms. Addison Williams" my dad's secretary introduced me at the board meeting. I breathed a sigh of relief as I saw them and smiled at some familiar faces. I did not know the sequence of offices I had to meet so I was glad that the first ones are the board of directors. I had to formally meet them first whom I already know, before I had to meet the executives. Since it started out well, I loosen up my tensions a bit and after a while, I was also introduced to Ava who will be my secretary as the Vice President.

Overall, it was a tiring first day for me. Though the employees treat me with respect when they cross paths with me, I know they don't fully trust me yet so I have to prove to them through my performance.

They might all look down on me for being young, in addition, I'm a woman. Most of the executives are men and as we all know, men are more trusted than women in running a business. That's why rich people always prefer sons to be their heirs. My parents were just unfortunate that their son thinks otherwise and had no choice but to appoint me instead.

Honestly, I don't really quite understand why men are superior to women. In which aspect? Aren't we all the same? As far as I know, your gender doesn't equate to your intelligence and skills. Are all men capable? If so, they can challenge my position anytime they feel so. I'd be much more willing to give it to someone more capable than I am.

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I was escorted to my office where I have to spend most of my time these coming days. Is this not too big for me? Upon entering, there is a spacious lounge and a desk on the side. Further inside is another door. I opened it and there is a bigger desk inside and a comfortable chair. On the side, there is a sofa big enough for me to sleep on. There is also a mini counter and a fridge on the other side, and another door that connects to what looks like a bedroom wherein there is a personal bathroom and a dresser. I am not sure if this is an office or an apartment big enough for a single person to live in, this is almost the same as my apartment back in Melbourne.

I put my laptop on my desk and started to settle down in my office. The first thing I did is to inquire about the current status of the company. I have no time to spare and I have to be familiarized with the current plans so that I won't be left behind during meetings.

Ava gave me the business proposal they are currently trying to work on and it seems like they are trying to develop new software but they are currently experiencing a bottleneck.

"Ava, can you get me the documents regarding the new software?" I instructed, and I can see that she was quite hesitant but afraid to disobey me so I continued, "Don't worry, I studied Information Technology as well, I just want to check what might've caused the problem." And she heaved a sigh of relief and I laughed at her reaction. She's still young as well, I'm only a bit older than her. Based on her profile, she was one of our company's scholars who graduated last year. She got her internship for a year and is now assigned as my secretary because of her good performance.

I have a good impression of her already, though I think she's quite timid and I had to fix that. It's not like I am any better, but I atleast know how to fight back, which I assume she can't. She won't be able to survive the wolf packs surrounding us if she acts like this. Even though I got a free pass on this position this time, that doesn't mean it's permanent. Most of the executives and directors are vying for this as well and I have to protect it for the time being.

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Looking through the file that Ava provided me, I don't quite understand what they even trying to do with this. I get it that they are getting ambitious as the competition on the market rises but, are they trying to integrate AI into healthcare? As far as I know, we have no experience with it yet, and this is a bit risky as we are dealing with human lives. If something goes wrong, I can't imagine how we will be able to deal with it.

Previously, the company got big after producing some top social media platforms and even some popular game apps. That is how we got involved with Noah's parents. They owned an electronics company that focuses on gadgets, wherein we collaborated with them to provide reliable software for it. And now, our company wanted to shift markets and explore a wider perspective. But I think it's too early for that. Did we conduct thorough research on this? Since it's our first time dealing with a bigger technology, I think the preparation should be more meticulously planned. I hope they did, but knowing they are currently experiencing complications, they must have missed something.

First off, I, think we should partner with a robotics company as they are more familiar with tangible products. We will only produce the digital prototype and the other company will make it into life. We would also need experts on health as well to make sure our data are accurate. If it turns out to be successful, I think that would benefit both of our companies as well as the field of medicine.

Though before that, we need to make the formula work so that the partner would trust us. If we provide them with such a problematic proposal, how can we win the collaboration?

Secondly, I think it's better if we would just focus on one disease or complication at a time. Definitely, a specific code would differ on each one and I think that's why they aren't getting anywhere. They are trying to make a generic code for everything? That's nearly impossible. I heard this was a suggestion from the higher-ups, the planning and development team should have argued with them as they know better.

This is giving me a headache! Argghh. I need to schedule a meeting with the planning and development team, and if we can conclude, I would then present it to the executives.

Should I ask permission from the chairman first? Well even though he's my dad, I'm still afraid of him. There are only two people that scare me,

my mom, and my dad.

If I can't present this well, would he think I'm not suitable for this position?

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It's already past 10 pm and I just noticed that Ava was actually waiting for me.

Oh my gosh, did I just make her work overtime on my first day?

"Ava sorry I lost track of time, you can go home first. Actually, next time if it's already late you can just go home, just inform me beforehand okay?" I instructed her while still busy studying the project.

"But how about you Ms. Addison? I can't just let you work here alone or I might get fired." she timidly replied. I chuckled and said, "Don't worry, you're reporting on me now so only I have the right to fire you, and I'll do so if you won't follow my instructions." I winked at her and urged her to leave. She was still reluctant but still followed my instructions. "Goodbye then Ms. Addison, I'll see you tomorrow."

"Sure, goodbye" I waved at her and continued my work.

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I'm so exhausted, I need someone to talk to but I'm not sure whom to talk to right now. Piper should be sleeping by now, I think Aiden is still traveling back to Korea, Noah is catching up with his family,

Offcourse I still can't call Felix, I don't have my answer yet and I feel awkward about it. I let out another sigh.

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Dylan? We're already okay so I guess he won't mind right?

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What exactly is happening to me? I never relied on anyone before but lately, I feel like I've lost my attitude.

Am I getting soft? I don't like this at all but

Whatever. I needed to vent out so I'll regain my energy to continue working. If not, I might go crazy.