Single Mother of a Werewolf Baby

Chapter 170: The New Beginning

When the shareholders heard Julian’s speech, they were left in awe. None of them had imagined that the

company’s founder had such a mighty background. But it wasn’t their fault.

From the beginning, Esmeralda had worked hard to separate her business from her political family. She had fled

to Manchester to start her own venture, defying her family, who strongly opposed her ambition. In the early

days, she had to raise funds from others, which was why... even as founder, she only held 35% of the shares.

She had never told anyone about her background, fearing that if her father discovered her activities, he would

interfere with her dream. Even on her deathbed, she didn’t call her father or her family. She requested her

closest friends to keep her situation secret... even from her own daughter.

Elliot Grant and the other founding shareholders honoured that request for many years. But now, it was Eleanor

who had persuaded them to involve the Langford family in EverBuild’s business. Under her careful planning,

today’s meeting had been arranged to take over the company and lead it down a new path.

William Whitmore, overwhelmed by the spectacle, stood silently to one side. The revelation of Esmeralda’s

background had shaken him to the core. He had served as Esmeralda’s secretary before her death for a long

time, but she had never mentioned any family. He had always assumed she had no family left. That belief was

the foundation of his schto take over the company all those years ago.

Now, for the first tin years, he feared for his life.

Julian continued, "Sof us were aware of her background, and we also knew that this small company in

Manchester would hardly interest her powerful family. After our founder's untimely passing, they never claimed a

penny of profit from EverBuild. But now, with the company on the brink of bankruptcy, we had no choice but to

seek their support.

"A few days ago, our co-founders contacted the founder's daughter to request her help. As you all know, she still

holds 35% of the company’s shares under her name. Though she has never taken any profits, her ownership was

never in question."

He paused and glanced respectfully at Eleanor before continuing.

"Upon hearing about our situation, and to save her mother’s creation, Lady Eleanor Langford decided to step in.

She has now transferred all the shares under her nto the Langford Estate. Thus, the mighty Langford family

has becthe owner of EverBuild... and we have the honour of His Lordship’s presence today."

He turned to the assembly. "Now, | humbly request Lady Eleanor Langford to share her instructions with us."

There was a microphone in front of Eleanor on the table. She adjusted it slightly and began to speak:

"Thank you all... for your blood, sweat, and years of commitment to the company my mother built. Without your

dedication, EverBuild would have ceased to exist long ago. On behalf of the Langford family, | personally thank

all shareholders, directors, employees, business partners, and well-wishers for their support through the years. |

hope you will continue that support in the years ahead."

She paused, scanning the room where everyone sat quietly, fully absorbed in her words.

"Now that the company has cunder the Langford Estate," she continued, "you will find it easier to restore

EverBuild to its former glory."

After a moment's pause, she added, "I have already discussed with those present on the stage, and we have

decided to appoint a new chairman for the company from within the Langford family. As you know, my

granduncle Lord Walter Langford will continue his duty to the Kingdom, and | also have several other businesses

to lead. So, we have decided to appoint Graham Langford as chairman of EverBuild."

She nodded briefly to Walter, then addressed the crowd again.

"Graham Langford is currently overseas, attending to an urgent matter. He will formally asshis duties next

week."

Her expression turned more serious as she said, "However, this time, we will separate the board from the

company’s daily operations. The board has already selected a new CEO who will be tasked with bringing

EverBuild back on track. | hope you will support her leadership and work with her to take this company to new

heights."

With that, Eleanor leaned back in her seat. Apart from a few stunned individuals, the room erupted into

applause. The majority of shareholders welcomed the changes with enthusiasm and relief.

Meanwhile, William Whitmore stepped forward towards the centre of the stage, his eyes fixed on Eleanor. A

guard moved to block him, but Eleanor raised her hand, signalling for them to let him pass. As he approached,

she calmly turned off the microphone in front of her. Following her lead, the others on the platform also switched

off theirs.

Julian took the moment and announced from the podium, "Thank you, Her Ladyship, for your encouraging words.

Now, it is tto introduce our new CEO. Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome... Miss Francesca Walters."

All eyes turned towards the entrance.

From the sdoorway entered a confident, middle-aged woman dressed in a sleek black business suit. She

carried a folder in one hand, her posture poised, professional. Her short golden hair gave her a distinctive, sharp

look. Immediately, many of the shareholders recognised her... her face had appeared on television interviews,

and her nhad made headlines in financial pages for years.

"Oh my God! Is that really The Francesca Walters?"

"Of course it is. Didn't you hear the announcement?"

"I heard... but still. Can you believe she’s going to be EverBuild’s new CEO? Nothing can stop this company now."

"Yes, | agree with you."

"But how? | heard she resigned from Rolls-Royce just a few days ago. | never imagined she’d cto work for a

company this small. | still can’t believe it."

"Hush! Let's hear what Mr Rivers is saying."

The crowd began whispering amongst themselves in hushed voices. All were stunned by the announcement, and

even more so by the woman standing right in front of them.

Julian, unfazed by the murmuring, continued his speech. "Many of you already know her. She’s the unbeaten

queen of the business world. | understand that many of you are shocked to see her here. But what's even more

surprising is that, at the request of the Langford family, she resigned from Rolls-Royce solely to join our

company."

By this time, Francesca had already reached the podium. Julian smiled and said, "lI won't take any more of your

time. Let's hear directly from Miss Francesca Walters. Ladies and gentlemen, please give her a big round of

applause."

The crowd erupted into thunderous applause. Julian, having delivered the perfect distraction, stepped back and

returned to his seat.

Francesca stood confidently behind the podium and adjusted the microphone. "Ladies and gentlemen, thank you

for givingthe opportunity to work with this company, which holds such a long-standing legacy in this region.

When Her Ladyship askedto take up the position of CEO, she toldthe company was on the verge of

bankruptcy. | was a little offended."

She paused with a playful smile. "But let's be honest... who in this Kingdom has the courage to outright reject

the request of a Lord?"

The crowd burst into laughter, and even a few smiles appeared among the board members.

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As Francesca spoke, another was quietly unfolding on the stage.

Now with permission, William approached Eleanor. A guard stepped forward, but Eleanor raised her hand slightly

to allow him through. She then calmly switched off her microphone. Seeing her action, the others on the stage

followed suit and turned off theirs as well.

William stood before Eleanor and said, "You can’t do this to me. | worked hard to bring this company to where it

is now. | can make it profitable again. This is the only business I've ever had. Please... don’t removefrom my

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