Everything They Never Knew
My phone exploded with calls.
Media. CEOs. Governments.
“Those business trips…” Mom whispered.
“I was acquiring companies bigger than Richard’s,” I replied. “Sometimes two at a time.”
“The prime minister of Singapore is holding,” Marcus added.
Dad stared. “The prime minister?”
“We’re building their national tech infrastructure,” I said, grabbing my coat.
Marcus leaned in. “Also the Saudi contract closed. And the EU deal.”
I checked my watch.
“Marcus, bring the car. We need to get to the office.”
“Your office?” Mom asked weakly.
“The main headquarters is in Singapore,” I replied. “London, Dubai, São Paulo too.”
Dad stood shakily. “Elena… about my offer to help…”
I smiled. “I have a board meeting. Fortune 500 CEOs get nervous if you’re late.”
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