Although she had been acting as General Manager since finishing her assignment in America, externally, her title was still "Director of Operations."
That afternoon, she walked into the conference room for the last time in her capacity as "Director of Operations."
Beyond the glass walls, London's sky was still grey and overcast. Sophie's heart was very calm.
The moment she pushed open the glass door to the conference room, thunderous applause erupted throughout the hall.
Standing at the doorway, she was stunned. She subconsciously paused, gripping the folder in her arms tightly before slowly walking toward the front.
On both sides of the long conference table, all the hotel's senior executives stood up in unison. Even the usually silent and stern Finance Director showed a rare smile.
"What are you all…" Before she could finish, the large screen at the back of the conference room suddenly lit up:
