When My Ex's Worst Enemy Became My Sanctuary novel Chapter 26

Dorothea showed up early with Elise to finalize the equity transfer. She glanced over the agreement, a satisfied smile tugging at her lips.

“Thanks,” she said.

Just like that, Dorothea became the sole major shareholder of The Gresham.

When Walton came back from his business trip and heard Elise was in the building, he walked right in.

“Elise, you’re here. And who’s this?”

With barely any emotion, Elise introduced her. “Walton, don’t you remember? This is my daughter, Dorothea.”

Dorothea wasn’t close to Elise, so she’d always been distant from the rest of the Carter family. She’d only met this uncle once, back when she was seven.

Walton looked surprised for a second. “Dorothea, wow, it’s been ages. Did you miss me?”

Dorothea frowned just a little. She hadn’t expected Walton to get so greasy with age.

“Walton, Mom’s put the shares in my name. I’ll be coming in to work tomorrow. I hope you’ll show me the ropes.”

Walton’s face dropped. “What?”

“Elise, why didn’t you tell me about this?” he asked, turning to his sister.

Elise just shrugged. “The shares are Dorothea’s now, but you’re still running the company. Walton, this doesn’t really change anything for you.”

Like he could believe that.

Walton still held on to a measly two percent. He’d always figured Dorothea would hand over her shares to him after a few years. Otherwise, what was the point of pouring so much effort into this hotel? His son and daughter-in-law both worked here too. Now, with Dorothea stepping in, would there be any place left for his family?

Dorothea caught the way his expression shifted.

She smiled, eyes bright, and said, “No need to worry. I don’t know a thing about running a company. You’ll still be in charge.”

The mentor Latham had recommended told her HR was a vital department. If she took the position, she’d have the final say in hiring and appointments.

The old HR director had just left, and Nash, the deputy, was sure he’d be promoted. Instead, in walked this young woman, and Nash’s face fell.

Walton patted Nash’s shoulder and spoke quietly. “She’s my sister’s daughter. Nothing I can do. She’s just here for a little experience. Try to bear with it.”

Nash knew full well the company really belonged to Elise.

“Walton, what about my promotion…”

“Just wait a bit. Dorothea might not stick around long. Hang tight, okay?”

Nash swallowed his frustration and nodded, though he clearly wasn’t happy.

After talking with Nash, Walton glanced back at Dorothea, who was still checking out the office. He just smiled, acting like none of this really mattered.