Married To My Billionaire Stepbrother

Chapter 62: First Day As A CEO

Natalie arrived at the office of her newly acquired company, her heels clicking sharply on the polished floor. The entire floor had been designated for the company’s operations, but it had the air of a place that had seen better days. As soon as she stepped out of the elevator, a middle-aged man approached her in the reception area.

Dan Fletcher, one of the long-standing employees, had been appointed by her mother, Caryn, when she first started the company. He had remained loyal to Caryn all these years and was clearly waiting for Natalie’s arrival.

The receptionist, recognizing Natalie, quickly moved forward to greet her. "Ms. Ford, welcome to the company."

Natalie offered a light nod in return, acknowledging the greeting before turning her attention to Dan, who gestured for her to follow him. "Ms. Ford, let me show you to the office."

As they walked, Natalie inquired, "How many employees does the company currently have?"

"Around thirty," Dan replied, his tone hinting at the company’s struggles. "The business hasn’t been doing well lately, so..."

"I understand. I’ve reviewed the details you sent me," Natalie said, keeping her tone professional and calm.

They moved deeper into the main working area, a space divided into various sections for accounting, planning, and finance. Natalie’s presence immediately drew the attention of the employees.

They knew she was the new owner, but no one seemed particularly eager to welcome her. Instead, she could sense the weight of their judgment, the whispers and gossip about the "fallen" daughter of the Ford family hanging in the air.

Dan, sensing the tension, decided to address the room. "Everyone, please pay attention," he called out, prompting the employees to reluctantly stand and face them.

"This is our new CEO, Ms. Natalie Ford," Dan introduced her formally. "Her mother, Caryn Ford, was the founder of this company, and I believe Ms. Ford will lead us back to where we used to be. Just as her mother did. From now on, we’ll be following her lead."

no one really showed any excitement as if they had nothing to do with

but she didn’t let it faze her.

and an air of false warmth approached Natalie next. "Ms. Ford, welcome. I’m Ken Ralph. Chairman Ford informed me that you’d be taking charge of this company

this is Sephina’s dog,’ Natalie concluded as she observed the pot

Dan stepped forward. "Ms. Ford, let me show you your office," he said, leading her away from the man and

she immediately felt a connection to the space. Though not particularly large, it was well-organized, comfortable, and had a stunning view of the city, with a river splitting it into two halves. It was a place that

the nameplate already prepared

I want my name to read Natalie Caryn

he replied, clearly pleased

everyone here, Dan seemed to be the only one genuinely welcoming her presence. Natalie picked up a file from

company was built as a PR and artist management firm, but I don’t see any significant work happening in that

Ms. Caryn passed, Chairman Ford moved most of the company’s resources to Ford Group and created their own artist management company—Spotlight Management. This company is mostly a name now, performing minor manual tasks for

eyes sharp with determination. "That changes today. Call everyone to the meeting room. We need to restructure

a look of relief crossing his face, and hurried off

only Dan, Ken, and three other department

said everyone," Natalie stated firmly. "I don’t

spoke up first, "Ms Natalie, Having us five here is enough. Not like on the first day there is anything more important we are going to do. It’s not good to disturb the employees when they are doing important work. It’s

in her chair, ignoring Ken entirely and she looked directly at Dan. "Go tell them that whoever doesn’t show up here in two minutes is fired

immediately, and when he returned, with no one with him. His face showed his

"Ms. Natalie, as I said, they’re doing important work. I told you. We’re more than capable of handling things. You can tell us whatever you need