Chapter 109 OLIVIAS POV +20 I … I dont understand ? I said , my brows furrowed in confusion .
As you already know , I am the founder of Blake Enterprise , so think of what people would say when they find out that a Blake is a jobber , my dad said to me .
Trying to make me understand , but his words still echo in my head , and for a moment , I felt like I had misheard him .
Does he want me to join their company , at Blake Enterprise ? The thought hadnt even crossed my mind .
I felt a warm , reassuring hand rest gently on my shoulder .
I turned slightly to see my mothers soft smile .
Youre a Blake now , darling , she said , her voice calm and filled with pride .
Youre never going to struggle for money again not from this point on .
Her words hit me like a wave .
I sat there , stunned , letting it all sink in .
A part of me wanted to cry , not out of sadness , but because of the overwhelming relief .
For years , Id lived paycheck to paycheck , treated like an afterthought in a marriage that never valued me .
Now , suddenly , I was being told that those days were over .
It wasnt about the wealth , not entirely .
I wasnt someone who cared about owning the flashiest car or the biggest house .
But I had dreams .
I had little desires like those gold earrings I saw in a boutique window once , or the silver bracelet with the heart shaped charm .
I had mentioned them to Adrian multiple times .
Each time , he either brushed it off or ignored me altogether .
Dont think too hard about it , Julians voice cut through my thoughts as he leaned against the wall with his arms crossed .
Eventually , all the wealth becomes more of a pain than a blessing .
Trust me Ive been trying to dodge it for years .
But Im actually glad youre here now .
Maybe Mom and Dad can start redirecting all their attention and money to someone else for a change .
He chuckled a little , and I smiled .
It was strange , but comforting , to see how naturally we were starting to connect like real siblings .
I mean , really , he added , why would you be job hunting when we own a damn company ? It doesnt make any sense .

My fathers voice came through the laptop speakers again , clear and confident .
You said youre trying to leave that toxic marriage , right ? I gave a firm nod .
And you have a degree in Business Administration ? he asked again .
I nodded once more .
Then whats stopping you ? Why look for a job when you can come here and step into your own power ? I want you to join Blake Enterprise .
Not as a junior staff member , but as a leader .
As a boss .
As a woman with the strength and intelligence to run her own department maybe even the whole damn company someday .
I blinked .
My heart thudded a little faster .
What ? Yeah , what ? Julian echoed , clearly caught off guard .
He stood up straighter , unfolding his arms .
You heard me , my dad said with a grin .
Come over to headquarters .
Well introduce you properly , give you the tools and the team you need .
I want to see what you can do .
Whoa , whoa , whoa , Julian said , raising a hand like a referee calling a timeout .
Dont you think youre rushing things a little ? Rushing ? my dad repeated .
Shes your sister .
She has a degree in business management .
This isnt rushing its aligning things .
Or would you prefer she waste time applying for jobs that dont value her ? But Or are you having second thoughts about not taking over the company ? Dad asked , interrupting Julian before he could finish .
Julian opened his mouth to respond , but then paused .
He looked at me , then back at the screen .
A shift passed through his expression, like something clicked inside him .
You know what ? he said slowly .
Youre right .
He turned to me and placed a hand firmly on my shoulder .

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I think she would be a perfect CEO .
Hearing those words , I shot up from my seat in a rush , my chair screeching back behind me as I instinctively took a few steps away .
My heart was pounding in my chest , loud enough that I could almost hear it .
I looked between Julian and my mom , then shifted my gaze to the screen where my 1/2 2/2 11:36 AM 0 +20 Chapter 109 fathers face still lingered , calm and serious .
What do you mean by CEO ? I asked , blinking in disbelief .
0 You come over to our headquarters , and we make you the CEO , my mother said as she slowly approached me , her voice calm but firm .
As you can see , your father is getting older .
His energy isnt what it used to be .
We need someone fresh , someone we trust , to take over the reins of the company .
I felt the panic rise in my throat .
My stomach twisted with anxiety .
I cant run a company ! Ive never done anything like that before .
I mean , how can you even think of entrusting something that massive to me ? I asked , my voice quivering with uncertainty .
Because youre a Blake , my father replied from the computer screen , his voice steady .
Its in your blood .
You have a degree in Business Administration , dont you ? Thats more than enough to get you started .
We dont have the luxury of time or options .
Youre it , Olivia .
I hesitated , swallowing the lump in my throat .
And where exactly is this headquarters of yours , if I may ask ? There was a pause .
My mother suddenly avoided eye contact .
Her fingers fidgeted nervously , and I could tell she was about to say something she knew I wouldnt like .
Mexico , she finally said , barely above a whisper .
Mexico ?! I gasped , louder than I intended .
Youve got to be kidding me .
Thats a whole different country ! I thought you were going to say a different city like Houston or maybe Chicago not Mexico .
Mexico is incredible , my dad chimed in quickly , trying to sound cheerful .
Youll love it once you see it .

The weather , the people , the food its an adventure .
No , I said firmly , holding both hands up like a stop sign .
Thats completely out of my comfort zone .
I cant see myself packing up my life and moving to another continent .
Ive already gone through enough changes in such a short time .
Im not leaving , and thats final .
Not even for the title of CEO .
Julian , who had been quietly observing the back and forth , finally spoke .
Come on , Liv .
Whats keeping you here ? Its not like you have any friends around , right ? The words hit me like a slap .
My breath caught in my throat .
Of all the things he couldve said , that was the last thing I expected .
The silence that followed was heavy .
Julians eyes widened slightly as he realized the weight of his words , and his hand went to the back of his neck , rubbing it awkwardly .
Liv … that came out wrong .
I didnt mean … No , I cut him off , forcing a small , bitter smile .
Youre right .
I dont have any friends here .
The truth in that statement stung .
It wasnt just about friends .
It was about the sense of belonging or the lack of it .
I had been drifting through life , playing roles , surviving .
And now , just as I was beginning to put pieces back together , I was being told to uproot everything again .
Without another word , I turned on my heel and walked out of the room .
I didnt want to say something Id regret , didnt want them to see the tears forming in my eyes .
I needed space to breathe , to think .
And right now , I need to be alone .
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