淑女的欲望

Beachfront Hotel. 

In the meeting room at the Beachfront Hotel, Scarlett arrived promptly at nine in the morning, accompanied by Logan.

As she entered the room, her eyes landed on a familiar face, David Irvin. David had been a close friend of her parents and served as the Legal Director at Ocean Group. Alongside David, three other directors were present, individuals whom Jonathan Piers had trusted implicitly. Scarlett had invited them to join this meeting as well.

These four individuals were the key people in helping Ocean Group regain its former glory after facing significant challenges caused by Lauren\'s misuse of company funds for personal gain. It had plunged the company into severe financial distress. Scarlett couldn\'t help but despise Lauren for her actions, as she had even attempted to sell her off to a widower named Mr. Frans in order to cover the company\'s debts.

While Scarlett would never forget this dark period of her life, she also couldn\'t deny the silver lining that emerged from it—the fateful encounter with Xander Riley.

Had she not followed Lauren\'s malicious intentions and come to the Beachfront Hotel that night, she might never have crossed paths with Xander. And now, she couldn\'t help but wonder if she would still be single. The memory of that night brought a faint smile to Scarlett\'s lips as she found amusement in reflecting on the unexpected turn her life had taken.

"Young Miss," David Irvin stood up from his chair and greeted Scarlett as soon as he saw her enter the room. "I apologize for immediately putting you to work after what happened to your father," he said, simultaneously expressing his guilt and sadness.

David shared the same emotions as Scarlett, feeling devastated by the horrifying murder incident. The media portrayed it as a robbery, but Scarlett had personally informed him that it was an assassination carried out by ruthless individuals. He had never imagined that Jonathan Piers would fall into the hands of such heinous people. It was a shocking and profoundly distressing ordeal.

"Good morning, Uncle David," Scarlett acknowledged with a warm smile, reciprocating his gesture as she entered the room. "Please don\'t apologize. I appreciate your support and guidance during this difficult time," she reassured him, sensing his guilt and sorrow.

David smiled and was touched by Scarlett\'s words. He resumed his seat, accompanied by the three directors, who also greeted Scarlett courteously. After a few moments of expressing their condolences, they began discussing the company, Ocean Group. 

Scarlett inquired about its recent progress and sought information regarding any challenges faced before and after her father\'s passing. 

She wanted to gather all the necessary details from these four men before making any decisions regarding the future management of her parents\' company.

After listening to their reports for a while, Scarlett felt a sense of relief. The company\'s current issue was solely the selection of a new CEO to replace her father. 

And when these four individuals proposed that she temporarily assume the role of acting CEO, she promptly declined their offer.

Scarlett made it clear that she would not involve herself in the company\'s management. However, she was also resolute in not selling the company. It held too many precious memories for her. It was the only legacy left by her parents, who had built Ocean Group from the ground up.

"Young Miss, we do require a new CEO. If you decline, we will need to find another suitable candidate," David Irvin suggested. "Perhaps Mr. James, who previously filled in for your father, could return to assume the CEO position?"

The three directors readily agreed, vigorously nodding in agreement. They were well aware of James\' competence in managing the company during his short tenure a few months ago.

Scarlett couldn\'t help but chuckle upon hearing their suggestion.

"Uncle David," she replied amusedly, "James can only step in temporarily. We can\'t ask him casually as he has another important job in a different city. So, he can\'t resume the CEO position like before."

"Miss Piers," the finance director, a bald-headed middle-aged man, interjected, "This position cannot remain vacant for long. We need a leader who can guide the company..."

"Yes, Miss. I agree with the Finance Director," chimed in another director.

Scarlett nodded in agreement. That\'s why she had gathered them together—to choose a new CEO. However, she wanted to hear their opinions first. She attentively listened as they discussed how to find a new leader who could take the helm of their company.

After a few moments, they finished providing their suggestions. Scarlett warmly smiled at them before saying, "Gentlemen, why are you so worried? I already have a candidate in mind to succeed my father..."

Immediately, curiosity gleamed in the eyes of the three directors. Their gaze shifted towards Logan, who was seated beside Scarlett, wondering if the young man would become their new boss.

"You already have someone in mind?" one of the directors asked. "This handsome young man is your candidate?" he said, pointing to Logan.

Scarlett almost choked on her words as she saw Logan nearly trip out of his seat. 

David Irvin, who already knew Logan\'s identity, chuckled upon hearing his colleagues\' assumptions. 

"No, this young man is Mr. Logan Lee, Miss Scarlett\'s assistant," David Irvin clarified.

"He\'s not the candidate, then who?" added the Finance Director, curious as he looked at Scarlett again.

"Yes, who is this person, Miss?" David Irvin inquired, his curiosity piqued. He hoped that the individual Scarlett had in mind would take the company to new heights, similar to what James had accomplished a few months ago. Global Group had become one of the top ten companies in the industry, expanding beyond Island B with resorts established in several cities across the country.

Scarlett looked at David Irvin with a warm smile. She then stood up from her chair and extended her hand for a handshake.

"Mr. David Irvin, I appoint you as the new CEO of Global Group. Please take care of the company for me..."

David Irvin\'s face instantly tensed up, taken aback by this unexpected revelation. He struggled to believe it for a moment. Still, upon hearing the other directors congratulate him, he promptly rose from his seat and awkwardly accepted Scarlett\'s hand.

"Y-Young Miss... I am truly honored by this appointment. I will do my best to earn and maintain your trust and take this company to greater heights," he responded earnestly. A broad smile spread across his face.