Love beyond the mask (Whitney) novel Chapter 1158

Why would the President come here in person?

Whitney was completely baffled.

At that moment, Phineas stepped forward and introduced the distinguished guest, “Madam President, this young lady is the biological daughter of Ms. Parisa, the board director.”

“Ms. Valentine,” Phineas continued, “the President only just learned the full truth today. She also just found out that the female director of Inko Group had secretly returned to the country. Because I fell ill, the President wasn’t able to see me, and unfortunately, Bryce’s scheming and the rumors he spread led to a misjudgment of Ludwik’s case.”

“The President is here today, first, to right that wrong, and second, to pay respects to your mother.”

Whitney finally understood. She’d heard that the President had been on a diplomatic visit overseas—so there was no way she could’ve kept up with all that had happened recently.

Whitney quickly stepped aside, bowing as she did. “Madam President, thank you so much for your kindness.”

The President gave her a gentle nod. “May I see Ms. Tennyson?”

Whitney didn’t dare say no, and she glanced at Phineas for guidance.

He nodded reassuringly. “Ms. Valentine, the President is here with good intentions.”

Whitney thought it through. Phineas was a major financial backer for the President, and her mother—a high-ranking official—was definitely someone the President would want to show respect to. Now that she knew the truth, it made sense she’d want to visit.

Whitney lowered her voice and called into the room, “Mom, the President is here to see you.”

Parisa had already caught bits of the conversation. Despite her serious injuries and exhaustion, years of being a powerhouse in the boardroom had made etiquette second nature to her. She allowed the nurse to help her sit up, smoothing her hair and adjusting her hospital gown.

Parisa greeted the unfamiliar President with a dignified nod. “Madam, I apologize for the trouble I caused by returning to the country in secret. I’m not worthy of this personal visit.”