Chapter 2 The Live-in Husband Rise to fame chapter

In the Anderson mansion, Emily, Haven's sister, rushed into the room, her face filled with excitement. In her hand, she held a phone with an image of the revolutionary car developed by Pagne Industries. ☆Emily hurried to her older sister, Haven, and their mother, Katherine, eager to share her find.Emily burst into the room, her excitement palpable. "Haven, Mom, look what I found!" she exclaimed, waving her phone in front of their faces. "It's the new car developed by Pagne Industries. Isn't it amazing?"

Katherine arched an eyebrow, intrigued. "Oh? Pagne Industries, you say?"

Haven glanced at her sister, a mixture of curiosity and disbelief on her face. "Emily, you know how ridiculous rumours can be. Are you sure this is even true?"

Emily nodded vigorously. "It's real, I swear. Everyone is talking about it

Katherine, ever the matriarch, held a stern look on her face as she processed this new information. Her words held a measure of apprehension as she voiced her concerns.

"If this is indeed true, we must take this Pagne Industries seriously. They might be a budding threat to our own empire. With our own company already facing challenges, we can not afford to let them steal away our market share. We must remain vigilant and take swift action if necessary."

Emily, emboldened by her own enthusiasm, chimed in. "But mom, this could also be an opportunity for us.

Katherine's mind was made up. There was no room for ambiguity. "Pagne Industries may be an upstart, but we can not allow ourselves to view them as anything less than a rival. Our family has long been a pillar of the industry, a beacon of progress, and we must maintain that status. We must crush this new player before they gain a foothold. Our dominance is not something we can relinquish without a fight."

The resolve in Katherine's voice echoed through the room, permeating the atmosphere with a sense of urgency. Haven and Emily exchanged glances, both recognizing the steel in their mother's determination

At the Andersons Corporation's headquarters, Katherine concluded her board meeting with the company's executives. The discussion had been tense, with the board members voicing their concerns about the company's declining revenues and dwindling market share.

Katherine stood at the head of the table, her piercing gaze trained on the executives seated around her. "Ladies and gentlemen, I understand the concerns you have about our company's current performance. But make no mistake, this is only a temporary setback. We are Andersons Corporation, and we will not be deterred by mere blips on the radar."

One of the board members, a stout man with a receding hairline, interjected. "Respectfully, Ms. Anderson, we can not continue to operate under the assumption that we are untouchable."Pagne Industries is breathing down our necks, and we can not afford to be complacent. We need to take decisive action now if we hope to remain competitive."

Katherine's jaw tightened, but she maintained her composure. "You're right, Mr. Johnson. But if we move too hastily, we risk making grave mistakes. Which is precisely why I propose we prioritize securing the Shackelford Project."

Another board member, a woman with greying hair and shrewd eyes, spoke up."With all due respect, Katherine, I think you're underestimating Pagne Industries. If they're ahead of us in this race, it might not matter what contracts we secure. We'll still be lagging behind."

Katherine's demeanour remained stoic, but her gaze hardened. "I see your concern, Ms. Marks, but you're overlooking the significance of the Shackelford Project. This isn't just any contract. It's the key to unlocking the future of AI, and if we can beat Pagne Industries to it, we'll cement our position as industry leaders for years to come."Her words sparked a hushed murmur among the board members, the weight of her proposal sinking in. Finally, one of the executives, a younger man with a neatly trimmed beard, broke the silence.

"Katherine, you're asking us to make a significant investment, both financially and strategically. I understand the potential benefits, but I also understand the risks. We need to ensure that we're not putting all our eggs in one basket, so to speak."

Katherine nodded, her expression contemplative. "That's a valid point, Mr. Diaz.I appreciate your caution. But in this instance, I believe the risk is worth the reward. Pagne Industries may be a formidable opponent, but with the Shackelford Project, we'll have a leg up on them. We won't just be playing catch-up; we'll be defining the very future of the industry."

She leaned forward, her words carrying a sense of urgency. "We must act now before it's too late. The longer we wait, the more ground we'll lose to Pagne Industries."As Katherine concluded her impassioned plea, the board members exchanged glances, their expressions a mix of apprehension and determination. Slowly, they began to nod, a subtle yet profound shift in their collective demeanour. One by one, they voiced their assent, the room echoing with the weight of their agreement.

"You have our support, Katherine," Mr. Johnson said, his voice ringing with conviction.

"And mine as well," Ms. Marks added.

Soon, the rest of the board joined in, their assurances reverberating through the room like a chorus of solidarity..