Salute To The General (Nathan Cross) novel Chapter 13

Chapter 13 I Knew You Would Succeed

Benson was still bubbling with joy when he was back home from the hospital.

He simply could not hide his delight!

It was the most gratifying thing to see his dad’s condition take a drastic improvement after he had been administered the Phoenixia.

What pleased him further was that his relationship with his brothers had taken a turn for the better, when Samuel offered Penny the post of general manager in Grande Group.

It signified their acceptance into the central core of the power of the family dynasty and gave him the recognition that he had always yearned for.

The slew of good news gave him a good reason to get Leah to prepare a few dishes so that he could hold a small celebration with his family.

To top it up, he even took out a bottle of his vintage wine to have a drink with Nathan.

“I need to thank you for everything you’ve done for us, Nathan.” Benson thanked with a hearty smile, “First and foremost, it’s your pill that has saved my dad, which has given Penny the opportunity to join Grande Group as general manager.”

“I owe it to you, Nathan. Let’s have a drink.”

“Sure, Benson. Let’s cheers!” Nathan could feel the sheer joy emitted by Benson.

Leah was utterly delighted as well. “Benson was right. It’s Nathan who has given us back our pride and dignity.”

“We owe you a huge favor, Nathan,” Penny nodded in acknowledgment.

“Come on, what’s all these formalities for?” Leah eyed her daughter reprovingly, “Isn’t a husband and wife supposed to help each other out?”

Penny strived to hide her blush, which had made her cheeks turn as rosy as two little cherries. It swamped her heart with a shyness, making her lost for words.

When she stole a glance at Nathan, who was sitting beside her, he was wreathed in smiles.

She lifted her heels and nudged at his leg.

Hey, what are you giggling about?

Did I agree to be your wife?

The string of good news had certainly lifted their spirits, but they were not certain that Samuel would stick to his word.

They did not have to worry for too long though, as Penny had received the transfer notice the next morning, informing her that she would be the general manager of Grande Group.

Penny majored in civil engineering, while the principal business of Grande Group was in property development.

Working in Grande Group was where Penny had really felt like she was in her element.

For years, they had neglected her, to the point where they had despised her.

She was determined to well use the opportunity to prove herself and show her mettle.

She wanted to make everyone in the Smith family proud of her, not viewing her as the shame of the family.

Penny had been working extremely hard for the week that followed, spending long hours in the office.

Even when she returned home, she would continue with her work till midnight.

It was past midnight when Penny finally stacked her files. She stretched and smiled with satisfaction, Finally! The proposal is done.

The door opened with a soft creaking sound; it was Nathan.

Penny saw the bowl of hot sizzling noodles in his hands. It warmed her heart.

It had been the same for the past few nights. Nathan had been making supper for her while she burned the midnight oil.

His thoughtful gesture swelled her heart with warmth and gratitude.

“Hmm, smells yummy!” Penny took a deep sniff and giggled.

“I know that you like noodles. I’ve added an egg and vegetables as well.” Nathan approached lovingly as he placed the bowl of noodles on her table, “Let’s dig in before the food gets cold.”