My Second Chance

Chapter - 17

I opened my eyes and waited for a few minutes for the alarm to go off. Once it did, I got up and went to get ready. By the time I went downstairs, I was half an hour quicker than normal. I went to the living room and sat down while turning on the TV.

"Is it true that the company has a new CEO?" I heard the news reporter ask. Wow. Perfect timing if I say so myself.

"Yes, yesterday there was a meeting and the documents were signed with everyone's seals on them. Even Miss Diamond's lawyer was present at the meeting." I heard Jenny reply.

"Will the girl be able to control the situation at the company and will she be able to build the company for the next generations to see?"

"Yes, the girl was tested and everything she did was the same as the previous CEO, she is truly worthy of being in that position. Please excuse us." She said that as she and my doppelganger walked into the building. The reporters kept trying to ask questions, but they were only answered by the lawyer.

I turned off the TV and walked to school. Am I really making the right choice? Yes, I just need to keep pushing. But I just need to slow down. Looks like I need to survive until the vacation. When I get that stupid surgery I will be able to talk to my heart's content.

When I got to school, nothing much changed, the same things happened. But I was ready for today's math test. It was easy, no problem at all. There was just one problem when I had math again. Apparently, the previous owner of this body wasn't good at math. So I had to retake the test with everyone watching. But other than that, everything was alright.

When I got out of school, Jenny was already waiting for me. So I got in and she drove me to the HQ. I had to do the paperwork and also assign people with 'work'. After they were done, I checked on how they did and I was pissed off. I informed Jenny to give everyone training five times a week so they wouldn't slack off as much. After that, we arrived at the company and went through the paperwork there too. After I was done, Jenny showed me the dresses to pick for the upcoming ball. I informed her to choose for me and she nodded. Not enough time, not enough.

I then left the office and started walking home. I need to think of a few more ideas. The dresses and suits that I have designed aren't enough. I need to create new ideas. If you haven't guessed it yet, my company is all about clothing. I need to create new styles for the summer. Our designers keep messing everything up. If they can't come up with one, I have to have some already thought of. I stopped by one of the owned stores and looked around.

"I can't wait for the summer season dresses!"

"Me neither! The high-class ball is coming up too! I hope they come up with good ideas again like last year. Do you remember those dresses? They were so cute!"

"Don't forget the other dresses! They were meant for balls and masquerades!"

"I agree, I can't wait!"

Looks like I have to come up with something. I bought a new dress and walked out. There's going to be a lot of work.

When I got back, I gave the dress to my mother with a smile.

"Oh! You remember my birthday! Thank you, sweetie!" She tried on the dress and I could see her smile drop when she noticed where I had bought it at. "Sweetie, this is way too expensive! There is no way we can keep this dress. Only rich people can buy this." I rolled my eyes. Seriously? This woman meets rich clients and she doesn't want to have this dress. I stopped her and gave her a stern look. After a while, she sighs and admits defeat.

After dinner, I went to my room and started drawing a few designs. As long as they can come up with a few ideas of their own, it will be alright. The next day, I gave Jenny the drawings and she went to meet up with the other designers. A few of them were fired and the rest were given another chance to think of new ideas. It's not easy. They think that just because there is another CEO, they can relax. Not on my watch.

A few weeks went by and the new dresses had already been sent to the shops and advertised. All except one. The one I will wear to the ball. The designers got interviewed and they purposely kept on mentioning a special dress that was created by them and the CEO, and that it would be shown at the ball. They kept asking questions, but they refused to reveal anything else, other than that I would be wearing the dress at the ball. The ball will be on the last day of July. Which would be perfect.

I finished school and was about to walk back home to change when Jenny pulled up in front of me with a huge smile. I got in and she started to drive.

"I got a reply from that woman you told me to message. And she agreed to do the surgery. I have already bought you a first-class flight ticket and have arranged a hotel for you. Also, a few women to protect you." I nodded. Finally, everything is going as planned.

I got home and messaged my mother that I would be staying with a friend for a week. I packed my bags and she drove me to the airport. I put on my mask and we walked inside. I saw a few women dressed in casual clothes. I could see from their stances that they were professionals. She introduced them to me and they bowed their heads to me. I nodded and we started walking. I waved Jenny goodbye and we went through the security. Of course, they were stopped until they showed that they could carry weapons for protection. After that, they easily walked toward me. When we got on the plane, the plane attendant poured us a glass of champagne.

"A toast to the CEO and for her upcoming surgery." I smiled. They truly know how to be comfortable around someone younger than them.

I took a sip and looked through the window as the plane took off. Soon I'll get everything back. Just wait, Alex. Once I get my voice back, it will be like a living f*****g nightmare for you.