Alex begins her work as soon as she entered her office without reacting to the thoughts and the chit and chat of the people who wouldn't stop crticizing her.settling in for the day, she started going through what her hands could lay on.
Reg walked into Alex's office, a thick file in hs hand. "Here is the smith account file Alex, i think you got to get familiar with it. We will be discussing it tomorrow in the meeting"
Alex took the file from Reg, her eyes scanning the thick stack of papers. "Thanks, Reg, i'll get started on this right away. This really is my first task"
Reg smiles, "remember by expanding into new markets and developing innovative products, we can create a clean slate for Smith account. We'll be able to show our capabilities and demonstrate value to the clients without any bargain"
"I like that approach. It will give me a chance to prove myself and show that i am committed ti making this work"
Reg nodded and left, leaving Alex to dive into the file, she began to read, her eyes scanning the pages of financial reports, meeting notes, and corespondence. The smith account was a complex web of investment and transactions, but Alex was determined to understand it all.
Meanwhile as reg left, George who as the corner scurried to victor's office to report what he saw.
"Boss you won't believe what i just saw, Reg just left Alexa's office with that file you discussed at the meeting"
Victor leaned back in his chair a knowing smile spread on his face, "Gin on, George, tell me everything"
George eagerly obliged, recounting every detail of Reg entrance into Alexa's office. Victor listened intently his expression unreadable
When George finished, victor nodded thoughtfully. "Good work George, you are reliable as ever. Let Alexa think she making progress, it's part of the plan"
George beamed with pride, happy to have pleased his boss, "i happy to help you boss, you know i've got my ear to the ground"
As the hours passed Alex became more engrossed in the file. She made notes, highlighted important points, and asked herself questions. She snatched the account past investment, looking for patterns and trends. She studied the company's financial reports, searching for areas of strength and weakness just like she would do when she was in 2024. Analyzing an account didn't even break a sweat on her face.
The office around her grew quiet, but Alex didnt notice. She was too focus on the file, too determined to uncover it secrets. Finally after hours of intense study, Alex closed the file, her eyes tired but her mind racing. Just as she was packing the files, her phone rang. Picking it up, she recongnized the identity as mom.
"Hey mom" she said as she held the phone to her ear with her shoulders while her hands packs her other stuff.
"Young lady, do you know what says the time"?
Alex quickly glanced at the wall clock and it immediately struck 8:00pm.
"I know am late. Amjust packing up. Sorry i made you were worried"
"You better be. Dont be late or should i ask Jason to come pick you up?"
"No!" Alex yelled
"Alexa...are you okay?"
Realizing she just yelled like a stupid person, she immediately comported herself. "Yeah mom, am fine. Dont bother Jason mom. Am all fine on my own".
"Okay love. Please come home quickly"
"Alright mom" she hung up immediately, turned off the table lamp and also the office light. As she was about to press a button on the elevator, she was startled by a man holding a flash light. His monstache didn't help but annoy her more
"Oh my God, you scared me"
"Am sorry ma'am. I was just checking if someone was still around in the building"
"You are?" Alex was puzzled.
"Oh you dont know me? i'm john, the security guy, the second one to be precise. James is downstairs performing his rounds too" will smiled hopeful he cleared the misunderstanding.
"Oh u-uh... I am Alex...xa. Alexa smith"
The man gave her a queationing look.
"Oh have heard about you and i saw you pass by yesterday".
"Oh, well...you can continue your job then. Sorry for interrupting you"
John glanced around and then returns his gaze on Alex. "Am done here already. I can escort you to the exit"
"No, that would be bothersome"
"No it's fine with me" he said as he pressed the first floor button. The door opens and both of them entered the cubicle, silence evolving.
"I never knew a smith would come back to this company after your father's death" John said trying to break the silence.
"You know my father?"
"Why wouldn't i know him?. I have been working here for the past 20 years kiddo. I have seen people come and go through that door. Hmmm, those good old memories. He was a good friend of mine. Always bringing me coffee and pastriea to brighten up my day.And when he gets his pay for the month, he would take few of his friends and us to the bar to have a good drink. Hehehe. John let out a hearty laugh.
"Oh" Alex mummured not getting where the conversation was going.
"He would always avoid getting drunk as he would not want to be scolded by his wife. He is such a good soul. Always happy and willing to share other peoples emotion. He dedicated most of his hard earned money and time to this company to see it flourishing, until those cruel moms...." His words was cut short as the elevator door opens
Alex was left puzzled eager to know more.
"Ma'am, it's very late. I don't know if taxis would still be working at this time of the door. Am sorry i didn't bring my bike today" john smiled reaching his eyes.
Alex looks at the man and then smiled "you don't have to be sorry. Thank you for the escort...sir"
"Goodnight ma'am. Please be safe"
"Okay" Alex said as she leaves giving the man Another glance before she hailed a taxi.
Getting home, all she could think of was the man's words. 'Could this be a path for me to investigate in her father's death. The man seems to know something' this were the thoughts that was swelling around her mind as she headed to her room after dinner.
Before she slept, she brushed through the smith's account again to make adjustments. She knew that tomorrow's board meeting would be the perfect opportunity to share and plan a new course for the Smith account.
As she drifted off to sleep, her mind was whirling with the last word, the security man was about to say. Little did she know her curiosity would set off a chain reaction that would change everything.
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Country M 2024, 3:00pm
As soon as alexa grabbed her brand-new Samsung galaxy S25 ultra, she couldn't wait to explore it features. Bella walked alongside in the mall's hallway, chatting excitedly about the phones camera advanced capabilities. But Alexa's attention was covered by a faint yet, enticing sounds drifting from a distance-laughter, music and a clan of games.
Intrigued, Alexa abruptly stopped,her eyes sparkling with curiosity. Bella, caught off guard asked "what's wrong don't you like the phone?"
Without a word, Alexa grabbed Bella's arm and pulled her towards the source of the noise, They weaved through the crowd, the sounds growing louder, until they stumbled upon a vibrant fun fair. Colorful balloons and streamers adorned the area, where kids and adults alike gathered to play games and win prizes.
Alexa's eyes widened as scannned the scene, her gaze landing on a stall with a giant, fluffy unicorn piñata, she tugged Bella toward it, begging with her eyes. "Please, Bella, lets play. I want to win that purple teddy bear".
Bella hesitated still confused by how Bella knew about the fun fair, but eventually relented. Alexa eagerly paid for a turn, with a few skills swings, the pinata burst open, showering them with candies and cofetti. The stall owner handed over the coveted teddy bear, which she hugged tightly beaming with joy.