Chapter 144
"Celena, you see? You can't beat me! I'm the victor!" Cheryl said, looking over at Celena, who was nervously twisting her fingers, her head down.
"The winner is Celena!"
Mr. Stone paused, clearly taken aback.
He stared at the list again, double-checking with his assistant. After a moment, the assistant gave a reluctant nod.
The votes were in, and they were all cast in secret. Celena didn't even laid a finger on her proposal since she turned it in, making any chance of foul play a non-starter.
The conference room was a sea of stunned faces as if they saw a ghost when they heard the winner's name.
"What the heck?! Celena won?"
She's never even set foot in the office. She's clueless—a total no-hoper. How
been with us for years? I'm finding this
filled the room, nobody could wrap their
be right! There's been some kind of error! Show
grabbed the assistant's laptop and pulled up the proposals. Her eyes darted to the bottom of the page—the signature. Seeing that a whopping ninety percent backed Celena's pitch, Cheryl staggered back, her face a mask of shock. "This can't
screen, the crowd saw the proposal they all endorsed, and
that instant, the room went silent, everyone was
a rookie, never even been inside these walls. How could she possibly come up
would let Celena outshine her. She batted her eyelashes
certain the vote was accurate, dismissing Cheryl's claims of a mistake. The thought of Cheryl, who had years of experience, being bested
I wouldn't know if there was a problem with the vote? You've squandered your years here! To think you're outdone by a greenhorn
words, Mr. Stone stormed
"My Invincible Husband Has Returned" by Urban is a gripping urban novel that delves into the depths of family, sacrifice, and the consequences of past decisions.
In the heart-wrenching opening scene, we find ourselves in a hospital room where a young girl, Jovie, fights for her life amidst a sea of medical equipment. Her mother, Celena Stone, clings desperately to her daughter's hand, her anguish palpable as she tries to comfort her gravely injured child. Despite the agony etched on Celena's face, she holds onto hope, reassuring Jovie that her father will return if she holds on.
Celena's plea for help sets the stage for the dramatic entrance of Liam Cole, a decorated military figure and the godson of the prestigious Cole family. Just as Liam is about to be officially handed the reins of the Cole dynasty, he receives a life-altering call revealing the existence of his daughter, Jovie, and her dire condition.
The sudden revelation shatters Liam's composed exterior, plunging him into a whirlwind of emotions ranging from disbelief to profound regret. As he rushes to his daughter's side, abandoning his prestigious ceremony, Liam's inner turmoil becomes palpable, revealing a man torn between duty and the overwhelming desire to right past wrongs.
With each passing moment, the urgency of the situation mounts, driving Liam to push the limits in his quest to reach Jovie before it's too late. His determination to make amends for his past negligence fuels his every action, propelling him toward a confrontation with his own failings and the chance for redemption.
As the narrative unfolds, "My Invincible Husband Has Returned" navigates the intricate dynamics of family bonds, forgiveness, and the resilience of the human spirit. With its blend of heart-stopping suspense and poignant introspection, this novel promises to captivate readers from start to finish, leaving them eagerly awaiting the next twist in this compelling tale of love and redemption...