[-IN THE CEO'S OFFICE-]
Upon Scarlett's arrival, her father was informed about her first day.
CEO Richard Pride contemplated at the things mentioned by his daughter.
Her interest to help in their family businesses…
Her surprising knowledge and awareness about the werewolves and hunters…
Most especially, her desire to become a hunter just like her other family members.
It surprised him more to hear the plan of his daughter.
To her true identity as his only daughter from the people at work.
Many knew about him having a daughter but her face was not publicly disclosed or shared to everyone.
Realizing how much Scarlett may have started to develop her own individuality.
For him, Scarlett was always the little girl who was sheltered and always protected by him.
And now, she was trying to fly on her own.
Away from her family's shadows.
Curiously wondering if how she will fare as the new assistant chief of the Strategy and Planning Division of the company.
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In the middle of his contemplation, one of his staff members in the chief executive office informed him that the Alpha Prince of the Crescent Moon Pack cancelled their appointment with him due to the Alpha Prince being hospitalized from an accident.
"Ummm, sir…" the staff hesitated if he should inform their CEO President.
He had no choice but to do the task given to him.
"Mister Gavin called and he informed us about their rescheduling of their appointment with you sir."
"Why are they rescheduling after demanding for an appointment with me?" Richard curiously asked.
"Because Prince Kratos got into an accident."
Richard was surprised at the new information about the Alpha Prince.
A werewolf prince or any member of the royal family getting into an accident was something difficult to believe.
If he would base it according to his experience and knowledge as a veteran hunter, usually another factor was involved in certain situations when it comes to werewolves.
He excused the staff member and permitted him to leave.
The moment the staff left the room, he called someone in the Hunters Association.
"Jeffrey, have you heard about the accident that happened to Prince Kratos?"
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On the other hand…
[-IN THE STRATEGY AND PLANNING DIVISION-]
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The new assistant chief of the Strategy and Planning Division was introduced to other staff members of their division.
As Scarlett greeted the other staff members gathered around for her welcoming, there were some who felt skeptic about the appointment and hiring of Scarlett.
It was apparent on the way they looked at her and their discreet way of whispering to each other as she greeted everyone.
Scarlett was reminded how she was treated in her previous life.
How people treated her just because she was an orphan and a kid who grew up under the foster care system…
Making her more nervous than she was already.
"I am Scarlett Lively, as in energetic and burning with passion!" she awkwardly raised her hand and waved to everyone.
She could feel the disappointment and underwhelming response of other staff members.
Their stares were evidently showing they were sizing her up from head to foot.
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After the brief introduction and greetings, they all went each to their station and Scarlett was toured around their division's office.
Each staff desks…
The pantry…
The conference room…
And lastly, to her own desk as the assistant chief of their division.
Compared to their head chief of the division, he was the only one who had a secluded office while the rest shared one working space.
It may be spacious and with high-ceiling.
Ivon was the only one friendly and accommodating with Scarlett.
Scarlett observed the way Ivon moved and even from her gestures to her facial expressions.
For Scarlett, one person's nature can be determined or measured through their actions.
Including small gestures…
And the look in their eyes…
One of the things told to her by Laquifa…
'ALWAYS REMEMBER, OUR EYES IS THE WINDOW TO OUR SOUL!' Laquifa uttered while Scarlett was in her teenage years.
Meaning, the eyes could reflect something deeper within.
If one knows how to look carefully and deeply.
She thought to herself.
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"So, this is your desk and your personal equipment! If you need anything else, you can approach me and ask me anything!" Ivon said to Scarlett.
Scarlett began to check her desk and looked around her designated area.
Then she expressed her gratitude to Ivon for her warm treatment and friendliness.
"Thanks!"
"No worries! And just call me Ivon!"
"Thank you, Ivon!"
"No need to thank me, it was my pleasure to show you around!!"
She added, "So welcome to the most stressful division in the company!"
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The only daughter of the CEO President of -The Pride Holdings Company- felt excited for the beginning of her new chapter in her life.
'I WILL NOT GIVE UP!'
'A BEGINNING TO MY OWN VERSION OF THE STORY!'
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Meanwhile…
Prince Kratos was discharged from the hospital after recovering completely.
Unlike humans, werewolves heal quicker and recuperate faster.
As soon as he was discharged, he returned to the Crescent Moon Pack and had to meet with his executive officers and elders.
Discussing about the failed attempt on his life and the danger lurking around him.
Instructing everyone to tighten the security of their borders and form a special unit that will investigate about the incident.
An incident that almost took the lives of the Alpha Prince and other members of the Crescent Moon Pack.
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After his meeting with them, he requested for an update about the task he gave to his Beta.
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Going over with important documents regarding their wolf pack, his Beta carefully chose his words.
Knowing their Alpha Prince was known for his short temper.
"So, how's was your search? Did you find anything about my savior?" Prince Kratos asked.
"Ummm… about that…"
Immediately, Prince Kratos took a pause and looked at his Beta.
His Beta stood instinctively upon seeing the look on his eyes.
"I TRIED EVERYTHING!"
He continued elaborating further, "But the hospital could not disclose the number of their caller because it was on an anonymous number. Aside from that, we have nothing else about your savior…"
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Prince Kratos could not explain it but he could not resist the urge of feeling agitated for not finding his beautiful and angelic savior.
There was something about her that kept him occupied with the thoughts of her.
Lingering and causing him to rile up.
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<<<_TO BE CONTINUED_>>>
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