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Chapter 808
“Slapped in your slead? What do you mean? Gary’s pleasant expression immediately darkened when he heard this.
Larissa told him what happened in the conference room in an exaggerated manner. Finally, she got to the point. “Marilyn has been so helpful to me. Can we give her a raise?”
“Sure.” As long as it didn’t involve Kevan, Gary always agreed to Larissa’s requests, will inform the HR department later. Marilyn’s salary will be raised by 10%.”
Larissa gave him a bear hug. “Thanks, Dad!”
Gary burst into laughter, his eyes crinkling. He patted her hand and said. “I haven’t had the chance to talk to you recently, Now that you’ve been in Blue Star Shipping for some time, how do you find the work? Is difficull?
Larissa glanced at Lewis and said proudly. “With Lewis around, what difficulties could I possibly have?”
“That’s good to know.” Gary seemed relieved. “You know that my health is declining. Dr. Smith has been telling me for years to step down and rest.
“However, I’m worried that Lewis wouldn’t be able to handle the old fogies in the boardroom. Lark, work harder and take my position as Soon as you car. When you and Lewis can support earn other, I can finally be rest assured.”
“Yes, I will do my best! Larissa promised solemnly.
She wasn’t that clear on the severity of Gary’s epileasy, but she had witnessed his seizures twice. Both seizures happened on the first and second time they met. Al this frequency, seemed urgent for Gary to step down and rest.
Larissa fet the heavy weight on her shoulder. But it gave her motivation to work harder.
“By the way, everyone in the presidential office had resigned. What should we do about the workload? Larissa looked worried. Given their attitude today, they wouldn’t do the proper hancover procedures.
“Even if we start recruiting today and ask them to start tomorrow, it would take time for training.”
In other words, the presidential office might take a month to resume normal operations,
“Don’t worry about that. I have pulled in the most e te staff from other departments. They will complete the handover of their tasks this afternoon. They can start working tomorrow officialy.”
Gary remained calm and composed. There was no sign of panic in his voice.
Larissa was shocked by his efficiency. “That’s realy fast!”
“If we don’t act quickly, Bue Star Shipping or I will end up being led around the noses by those employees. Larissa, you must remember not to give in easly.
“If you compromise, others might take it for granted and ask for more. You would only end up in a losing position, Gary sald seriously.
Larissa nodded. ‘Til remember that.”
“This principle not only applies to work but also to relationships, just like you and Kevan. “Gary changed the topic abruptly.
When he brought Kevan up, Larissa knew he would nag again,
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