Drey came into the office to prepare for the meeting. I could tell he was a bit nervous and just wanted to relax in his office before the meeting began, Kimberly offered him coffee to help him relax. While she made his coffee, I massaged his shoulders. " You'll do great" I whispered to him, he smiled and took breaths .I could understand why Drey was nervous because the conference was a very huge one and it was going to be airing on major television stations all over the world, plus he wants to impress his father so he can not make a mistake. Kimberly returned with the coffee and handed it over to him, I watched as he drank slowly. Just then the telephone rang, Kimberly picked it and after few seconds she uses one hand to cover the mouth piece. " Drey the meeting is starting in five minutes, and all the stake holders are already seated. She said. " Ok" Drey said and slowly dropped the cup of coffee.
Drey, Kimberly and I walked out of his office into the reception. The press was present including all the representing companies. Drey worked very fast as he didn't want to answer any of the press questions . Kimberly and I tried to catch up with him. As soon as we escaped from the press we ran into his family. his dad, Jayme and his stepmom. " Good morning Dad" Drey greeted. " Hello son" his dad replied. As soon as I saw his stepmom and Jayme I couldn't help but remember all that happened back at their family house.
Jayme Looked at me in a very uncomfortable manner, I tried to avoid his gaze but he kept staring at me. I just ignored him and greeted his parents. Kimberly greeted them as well. His mum was happy to see Kimberly same thing as his dad it seems they've known her in the family before I came around, even Jayme greeted her in an informal way.
after the exchange of greetings we headed to the main hall where the meeting is to hold. The conference started with several companies present. Drey came out to give his opening speech. "Good morning ladies and gentlemen. My name is Drey Hilger. I am the managing director of this prestigious company" . The people clapped. He cleared his throat and continued.
"I'll be hosting the annual conference today. But before going right into the events, I would like to thank each one of you for being with us today. We as a team are delighted to welcome those of you who have been with our company for quite some time now and to all those of you who have recently joined our group.
"Before we get started, I would kindly appreciate the contributions of all the people who have worked hard enough to make this day a success, Mr Sydney, Miss Kimberly, Miss Arielle, Cindy and every single one of the staff members who helped. It was an impossible task that we would not be able to achieve without your sheer dedication. and unrivaled support.
" This conference has come a long way starting from the year 2000; we have completed 10 years. From having just 50 people in our first conference to hosting a thousand of you.
Drey talked for a while, and after he was done, there was a rousing ovation for him. Several events and workshops were held, I handled a workshop and so did Kimberly, innovative ideas were shared amongst all the companies. The conference finally came to an end, a light refreshment was served and the closing remarks were said by Drey. The conference was a huge success and all the companies that attended bought huge amount of shares. Drey's father was really impressed and couldn't stop smiling all through the event. in front of everyone, MR Hilger. Drey's father walked up to him and hugged him then he said. " you've made me proud son". then he took the mic and announced Drey as the new CEO. Everyone cheered including me, I was so happy for him and I knew he deserved it because he had really worked very hard. Drey was so happy and he hugged his Dad tightly. The press took several pictures, I knew this would be in the news tommorow. Drey Hilger, the New CEO. I smiled feeling satisfied.