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Miriam comforted Teresa , reminding her that while she had lost a despicable father , she had gained the company . Though it was struggling , the opportunity to revamp it felt almost like a fresh start .
Teresa agreed with Miriam . She had acquired the land , the prime location , and the storefront . There was no reason to fear starting anew .
Sherry decided to join Teresa at Teresouth Group and asked , “ What about Michael ? ”
Michael quickly responded , “ Mommy , you go ahead . I’ll stay home and be good . ”
Teresa , preoccupied with the company’s renovation , reminded him to behave before heading out .
Meanwhile , Sherry prepared to resign . The newly appointed director tried to persuade her to stay , praising her skills and dedication to the job ,
Sherry , however , was firm . “ Please don’t waste your time trying to convince me . The salary is too low , and we often work late . Honestly , even the cattle in the field don’t work this hard . I’m going to work with Teresa . She’s offering me a managerial position . ”
Everyone in the office was surprised . They knew Teresa had started her own company , named Teresouth Group . The name alone sounded impressive , and the company focused on fashion , cosmetics , and women’s jewelry .
It was a truly women – centered business , catering to women as its primary demographic .
“ Sherry , we’d like to work for Teresa too . Do you think she’d hire us ? ” someone asked . No one wanted to stay at NewEdge Média , where the salaries were low and the work was grueling .
Sherry replied , “ For those of you who slandered or insulted Teresa , forget about it . A person’s character determines the position they deserve . Maybe those who haven’t spoken against her still stand a chance . ”
The ones who had criticized Teresa now regretted their words . They had joined in thoughtlessly , swept up in the frenzy of rumors .
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Meanwhile , Michael was home alone , flipping through a newly purchased business magazine from Nareigh . He carefully cut out a picture of Jonathan and pasted it into his notebook .
‘ If only Mr. Lime were my daddy , Michael thought . In his curiosity , he turned to Google , typing in : [ Google , how can I make someone my daddy ? ]
Google responded with : [ Do a DNA test to find out . ]
‘ A DNA test ? ‘ Michael thought . He scrolled down , puzzled as he encountered words he
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couldn’t understand , prompting him to switch to voice mode .
Google recited , “ To conduct a DNA test , you need to collect a sample from the person , such as their hair or personal belongings , and take it to a hospital for testing . This will help determine if they’re your biological father . ”
Michael didn’t really get it . Grasping the money from his piggy bank , he rushed out of the house to catch a taxi , heading to Horizonlead Group which was twenty minutes
away .
This was his second visit , and he was familiar with the route .
He approached the front desk right away . “ Hello , I’m here to meet Mr. Lime , ” he said , his adorable voice drawing the employees ‘ attention . The receptionists began . whispering among themselves .
“ Isn’t this the kid Mr. Lynn’s grandpa brought in last time ? ” one asked .
Another receptionist answered , “ Could he be Mr. Lynn’s son ? He looks a lot like him .”
A third voice chimed in , “ I don’t think so . If he were Mr. Lynn’s son , why wouldn’t Mr. Lynn bring him to the office himself ? Why would he let such a young kid come all the way here alone ? ”
The first receptionist nodded . “ Good point . ”
One of them crouched down , asking , “ Kid , is there something you need from our CEO ? ”
“ I … ” Michael hesitated , unsure of how to start .
“ What’s going on here ? ” Christian Dunn , Jonathan’s personal secretary and assistant , approached . The receptionist quickly explained , “ This young boy is here to see Mr. Lime … No , Mr. Lynn . ”
“ Oh , you’re the kid who doesn’t drink milk , just like Mr. Lynn . ” Christian chuckled .
Michael nodded . “ Mr. Dunn , can you take me to see Mr , Lime ? I need something from him . ”
Christian asked Michael what he wanted from Jonathan , and Michael replied , “ A strand of his hair . ”
“ Huh ? ” Christian was surprised . He had expected Michael to ask for something more typical , like a toy car or model . A strand of hair was utterly unexpected . He was amused . “ Kid , what do you need Mr. Lynn’s hair for ? ”
“ Google says if I do an ADN test , Mr. Lime could become my daddy , ” Michael replied .
‘ An ADN test ? ‘ Christian thought , confused . “ Kid , do you mean a DNA test ? ”
“ Yes , that’s the one ,” Michael said .
Christian asked , “ Who’s your mom ? ”
If Michael’s mother wasn’t Teresa , there would be no need for a DNA test . From what
he knew of Jonathan , the man would never have allowed another woman the chance
to bear his child ; unless , of course , it was Teresa . Otherwise , a test might have been required . Michael opened his mouth to speak .
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