C9 Chapter Nine

Marie's eyes widened with shock, and her mind raced. "Take over the business? But I have no idea how to run a firm!"

"Marie, you're a brilliant girl. You were always keen to learn new things. "And your father taught you well." He paused, his expression thoughtful. "Besides, the Smith family legacy must be preserved and grandpa is now old."

Marie fixed her delicate glance on her grandfather