KIMBERLY
Staying up all night felt like minutes as my brain, mind and soul were super busy trying to put a proposal of such a big contract together
Luckily I had a copy of the timeline I helped Dad with so that made my work less
At the end, I only summarized everything in the file to be submitted while I know deep down that as long as I am the presenter, the contract is ours
Knock!!!!
Sweetheart, did you sleep a wink huh? Dad walks in all dressed up looking super concerned
Really, Dad? I raise a brow giving him the look of I'm perfect
Fine! I won't bug but after the whole thing I want you to return to your bedroom dear; he stroke my hair gently
Hmm we shall see Dad as I am not promising nothing; I grin battling my lashes at him to see him smile
Well then get ready and come down stairs for breakfast;
With that he was gone
I already showered and was working on my hair when Dad came in so I settled for a blue female suit with a crock under top, matching heels and bag, then I am set to go
I pack up the file then hurried downstairs for breakfast
Lucky enough, the acquisition is taking place in Woodswork grand hall this year
That explains why Dad is keen on getting this one, after all it is being hosted in his home
Breakfast took less than thirty minutes and we were on our way
What a Peaceful breakfast alone with Dad away from those two
JACE
Sitting in car with a grumbling Daniel who keeps complaining about how he should have refused been my assistant in the construction contract for he still feels sleepy
With or without the contract, we would be on our way to work or better still be at work D; I smirk ruffling his hair
Jeez, J! It took me a whole 30 mins to fix my hair in place
Trying to style your hair like mine, what were you expecting? I grin gingerly
Well at least it isn't so bad, is it?
No!! Not bad....
The car stopped moving when I realize we got to our location already
We both step down while the driver drove the car away obviously to the parking lot
Walking into the hall full of whispers, stares and glares from various companies representatives who already knew my presence meant I mean business
You sure have alot of admirers brother! Daniel mutters loud enough for me to hear
After all I am Mr Ferrati! I keep a poker face upfront but a big grin within
Narcissist! He smirks while we both took our seat on the table having a logo "JADS"
Looking around I spot the table of the Woodswork still empty
Recalling my Angel will be here any moment from now got my dimples on display as that is the best that could happen as a smile of mine in public
I notice every human in the hall turning towards the entrance before whispers fill the Hall which my keen ears caught
"Isn't that his late wife?"
Behold my paradise walking in beside her Dad so confidently yet sexy
Only the Gods knew how much I want to keep her in my pocket away from all this ogling men
Hot!! Daniel comments with bright eyes like he never complained of being sleepy
Eyes off my woman, Dani! I growl in a low tone keeping a smirk on my face
Jeez, Jace! I am only admiring my sister-in-law to be; he grins
Watching them take their seats, she finally turned towards me where we finally made eye contact
I see how her face heats up in less than a minute while she quickly breaks the contact pulling herself together
Perfection!!!
All mine.....
A few minutes after their arrival, the acquisition began keeping the hall as silent as a graveyard
With thorough background check on all companies present only five companies survived the screening which includes JADS, WOODSWORK and three others
In an hour, the three companies were done with their presentation which is nothing compared to what I have in store
To all surprise, Kim walks up the stage instead of her Father with so much elegance
Bro! You do have competition; Daniel exclaims with a smile
I know!!!!!
Kimberly Lyra Steve Woodswork, the sole representative of Woodswork enterprise; the announcer introduces leaving the floor to her
Thank you! She simply start and in no time dive into her proposal
The entire hall was so quiet with only her delicate voice which got me in her web
At her conclusion the entire hall erupts in a roar of applause with all nodding and smiling including the judges
Though I have seen her present before, this is totally different from what she did in my boardroom
Well, I am starting to doubt your proposal brother; Daniel grins making me want to knock down his teeth
Nonetheless I walk up stage with all confidence as her work may be perfect and what the judges are looking for but mine was no less
Jace Pedro Ferrati! The CEO of JADS and Ferrati enterprise; the country's most successful business man representing JADS
The announcer introduces with a little bow giving me the space I need
I having no time for formalities so I jumped into my proposal as usual doing what I do best leaving everyone nodding and attentive
Catching the eye of my angel got her flush and keeping her head down in attempt to keep herself together
I couldn't help the smirk which disappeared as soon as it appeared knowing what a glance of mine could do to her
My super responsive angel!!!
A roar of applause fill the Hall as I walk back to my seat
Thirty minutes was taken to deliberate on who the contract should be awarded to
Ladies and Gentlemen! Good day once again. After much deliberation we have decided to hand the IIM construction contract to JADS and Woodswork enterprise with a double on the initial capital to enable both companies work in perfect rhythm; thank you
The hall erupts in claps and congratulations to both companies as for the first time in many years another company managed to compete with JADs successfully
Mr Steve couldn't help the grin plastered on his face for his pride of his daughter's achievement
Congratulations Daddy! Kim hugs him all smiles
Congratulations Kim! You are the brains behind your Father's win huh
You are ready to sit on my throne Kim! He adds
One day, Daddy! She grins then lean in to kiss his cheek
Then the numerous congratulatory handshakes started with alot of companies trying to make conversations
KIMBERLY
Congratulations Uncle! The only voice that has her heart beating rather fast spoke taking her Father's hand for a shake
Thank you, Jace. It seems we shall be working on this project together after all
Congratulations to you too, Dad smiles
Congratulations Kim! He gives his hand out for a shake
Thank you! Kim smiles fighting the urge to look in his eyes to avoid throwing herself into the sea
Well you aced the stage Kim! Daniel helps in breaking the handshake which was beginning to take too much time
Thanks Daniel! He leans kissing her cheek in a friendly manner before paying his respect to Dad
Look at Daniel being responsible! Steve smiles ruffling his hair
Uncle!!! He whines making them smile but Jace being himself only nods his head
Extend my greetings to your Dad though we spoke last night; Steve grins
Ok, Uncle! When will you come visiting with Kim, after all you never introduced Kim to Mum uncle; Daniel suggests winking at Jace who couldn't hide a frown knowing what Dani is up to
Lets make it this weekend, your mother will be thrilled to meet Kim
Perfect, Uncle! It been decades we all sat together; he adds
Well I can't wait to meet auntie though I don't really remember her looks but I'm sure I will recognize her on meeting; I smile innocently not realizing what Daniel is playing at