Chapter 39 Renee’s decision
*MARCELO
She seemed serious about wanting to talk to me so I crossed my arms and asked.
“What’s this about, Rence?”
She moved closer to me and brought out a recording.
I frowned as she played the recording
“Congratulations to our first place winner, Renee Hudson.
“Mr Glenn,I’ve agreed to your offer to endorse STARI’ll even reduce my fe by three million dollars,on one condition….Renee Hudson must not be your collaborative stylist.”
“We announce Alicia Miguel as the selected stylist.Thank you to the other four stylists for participating.
I watched as Renee turned off the recording and then she said to me.
“Mr King,KM Group’s policy states that the top scorer in the final interview becomes the co–stylist for your company.Isn’t it irregular for an employee to alter the rules for personal gain?I truly believed that I had a shot at KM Group because it had always prided itself about being fair and giving equal chances to all.This contradicts those values, doesn’t it?“Her stern,business–focused demeanor dispelled the flicker of oddness I had just began to
sense.
I then understood that this feeling was pity.
But my sympathy seemed to be misplaced because Renee wasn’t a woman to be taken lightly.
Studying her for a couple of minutes, I moved closer to her and cupped her chin.
“Are you threatening me?”
“I am only revealing the truth to you and show you how business should really be done!“She retorted.
“Renee,both capital and connections are resources.”
“True,no matter the era,capital and connections will sometimes supersede talent and ability.“She paused and continued.
“I am not trying to change societal norms.I just want faimess but….
“There’s a risk that escalating this could harm KM Group.Our income post–marriage is joint property A scandal might lead to a drop in GT Group’s stock and profits, which would reduce our income.This would affect my interests too,right?I’m essentially helping you address the company’s negative atmosphere.”
She looked at me, squarely.
Her expression suggested she expected gratitude for her efforts in getting that conversation recorded.
I let go of her face,trying to hide my amusement of this situation.
Though, she was threatening me, I didn’t really mind being at the receiving end.
“So what’s your plan to cleanse this situation?“I asked her.
She stared up at me.“It’s your company and your duty.I expect you to do the needful.”
I smirked.
She was being practical, just stating fact,
I took off my tie and began to unfasten my cufflinks.
“I’m offering you a chance What punishment do you want the to give to those two cunning beings?”
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*RENEE*
1 blinked.
He was letting me pick out a punishment?
“Can I really do that?“I asked,cautiously.
“Yes.You were greatly wronged today so I’ll do whatever you want to make it right.”
Well, wrongdoers should always be punished,right?
I crossed my arms and made my decision.
“Firstly,Catherine and Mr Glenn compromised the company for personal gain. They should be dismissed. You company must sever ties with them.Secondly, your company has unfairly stripped me of my rightful benefits.I expect a fitting explanation How you explain it reflects your company’s sincerity.If you feel like I’m overreacting or asking for too much, feel free to disregard what I want. It’s your company at the end of the day. “I concluded.
He just stared at me with a smirk on his face and then he headed upstairs.
I took it as maybe he felt I was asking for too much.
But I knew I wasn’t!
Catherine had no right to take this opportunity from me!
The following day, I was surprised to receive a conciliatory call from KM Group’s interview team.
They apologized and admitted to some miscommunications and expressed their hope for me to join them as a cooperating stylist for the upcoming season
When the call ended, I was all smiles.
I didn’t expect that Marcelo would indeed do what I asked.
Even if this was the perks that came from my husband owning the company.
I was still overjoyed because I knew I deserved this.
At noon, Luke gave me a call,informing me to come by the company and sign the contract.
He wanted me to go KM Group’s headquarters!
I was taken aback by the sudden invitation but I agreed to visit the Group’s legal department.
When I got there, I was greeted by the sound of a heated discussion from within.
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“We just signed the contract yesterday, and the endorsement announcement was made. Why the sudden change Catherine’s agent, a sharp woman in her thirties, was demanding an explanation, clearly not willing to back down. Catherine, impeccably dressed and made up as though bracing for a battle, sat on the sofa with a sullen expression. A representative from the legal departiment explained, “Meilen from the brand department Independently decided to sign with Miss Hudson, which contradicts the company’s consenson. Therefore, we’ve chosen to terminate the contract. Although this was Mr Glenn’s error we’re prepared to compensate for the breach.”
He added with a smile, “This situation hasn’t really harmed you. Miss Hudson hasn’t begun any endorsements with us, but she will receive compensation.”
His tone implied Catherine was coming out ahead financially,
Catherine infuriated, abandoned her usual composed public image. “Do you think I’m after money?This is humiliating. Everyone knows I was the chosen spokesperson. With the contract now vold, what are my fans and the public going to think?”
The agent seized the moment. “We made numerous concessions to sign this contract, yet you reneged the very next day. If you act unjustly, don’t expect us to sit idly by. Imagine the backlash if the public learns you breached the contract for no reason. It would surely tarnish your company’s reputation, wouldn’t it?”
Clearly, this was a subtle threat.
The legal department representative couldn’t help but chuckle. “Let’s set the record straight. It was you who hyped the endorsement news about Miss Hudson. Any public backlash should be directed at yourselves, not the company.”
His implication was clear: they were responsible for their own overreach.
“Moreover, Miss Hudson reduced her endorsement fe by three million just to exclude a stylist. If that news leaked, I wonder who’d suffer more from the fallout.”
Catherine, seething, fixed her gaze on the representative. “Do you even know who I am?”
“Miss Hudson, if you wish to throw your weight around, I’d suggest returning to the Hudson family.”
The president had already deemed Catherine unfit to work in his company. His word was final, rendering Catherine’s status irrelevant.
The Hudson family held no sway over KM Group.They didn’t even know the owner.
Renee’s laughter echoed from the doorway of the legal department.
Caught off guard, everyone turned to her as she apologized half–heartedly, “Sorry. I couldn’t help myself.”
Catherine, already furning, demanded, “Renee, what brings you here?”
“I’m here to sign a contract.” Renee smiled coyly.
“What contract?” Catherine’s anxiety spiked.
At that moment, a legal staff member approached Renee. “Miss Hudson, your contract is ready. Please, this way.” Renee, glancing back at Catherine, said, “I’m signing the contract that not even a three million dollar discount could prevent.‘
“How…how could this be?“Catherine exclaimed in disbelief “Didn’t KM Group already choose someone else as their contract stylist?”
Chapter 39 Renee’s deción
But nobody responded to her queries.
She had been so sure she had ruined this chance for Renee.
How did things backfire on her?!
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Chapter 40 Passionate about her career
