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."

showed any excitement as if they had nothing to

resistance and the skepticism, but she didn’t let

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 and specifically asked me to take care of you," he said with a smile that didn’t quite reach his eyes. His gaze

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

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

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 reflected her mother’s

and sat in the chair, her eyes falling on the nameplate already prepared for her:

this. I want my name to read Natalie Caryn Ford,"

replied, clearly pleased with her

her presence. Natalie picked up a file from the desk and flipped through it, frowning as she

but I don’t see any significant work happening in that regard,"

Chairman Ford moved most of the company’s resources to Ford Group and created their own artist management company—Spotlight Management. This company

down, her eyes sharp with determination. "That changes today.

face, and

only Dan, Ken,

Natalie stated firmly. "I don’t believe only you five

we are going to do. It’s not good to disturb the employees when they are doing important work. It’s your first day as well, so I

her chair, ignoring Ken entirely and she looked directly at Dan. "Go tell them that whoever doesn’t show

when he returned, with no one with

work. I told you. We’re more than capable of handling things. You can tell us whatever you need to, and I’ll make sure