Second Lead Syndrome: A Second Chance

Diane saw that Lena was very focused so she only brought her some light snacks.

*Bzzzz*

Lena's phone vibrated. It woke her up from her concentration. It was Gary texting her. She decided to call him instead.

"Lena?" Gary answered.

"Hmm? What is the emergency? You are always interrupting me."

"A red alert."

"Red what? I don't speak geek language."

"You promised to take me shopping but it has been a very long time."

"....."

"Are you free tomorrow?"

"I can't. I am officially working at SHYNE now so I am not as free anymore."

"You are working?"

"What? Do you think I can't work?"

"No… then how about lunch?"

"I can tomorrow."

"En."

She hung up the call and plop her head down on her desk. She was just thinking about some stuff while relaxing. Before she knew it, she was already sleeping on her desk.

Diane came to check on her to update her about the appointment with Miss. Wu but decided to delay it. Lena was sleeping so soundlessly that she did not want to interrupt her.

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Ming Zhao left his office early because tonight they were having a family dinner. His grandparents will be there and his new older brother too.

He had a place of his own that he spent most of his time alone, but his mother has not been in the best condition lately so he had been going home often.

By the time he arrived at the mansion, his grandfather was already cheerfully conversing with his older brother, Mike.

Ming Zhao greeted the elders and his parents. He went to his room to change into something comfortable before heading down. Everyone was already sitting at the dining table waiting for him.

"I am so glad that everyone is here. I hope that you are feeling comfortable in your new home, Mike?" Elder Zhao spoke.

"I am, thank you." Mike replied with a smile.

"My birthday is in less than 3 months. It is too long to introduce you by then. I have talked to your father and we will introduce you to the public in two weeks time. That will also allow you to settle down and prepare to enter the company."

Mike nodded, showing no emotions of joy or fear.

Elder Zhao continued talking more. "Ming Zhao is currently acting CEO while Lin Zhao (Ming's dad) is on break. In two weeks, Lin Zhao will return and both of you will be helping him run the company."

Elder Zhao was being careful to not mention anything about the next CEO position. Although he is a very traditional man and Mike Zhao seems like a nice gentleman, he also needs to be able to run the Zhao Corporation.

Elder Zhao had done a background check on Mike Zhao and so far he seems fine as the next heir. For such an old and traditional man, he values kinship and bloodline very high.

Ming Zhao just ate dinner and put on the mask of a loving younger brother. His grandfather never really favor nor expected a lot from him. Ming Zhao was someone who was very kind-hearted. Although he often is strict and stern, his grandfather always say that his heart is too soft.

If they are planning to introduce Mike Zhao to the public soon, then Ming Zhao would need to plan for that too.

After dinner, Ming Zhao head to his room to make a call.

"Tim."

"Yes, Boss?" Secretary Tim answered.

"How is that task I gave you?"

"Very well. I reconfirmed the DNA test and he is indeed your father's son. However, the deep background check made several discoveries."

"Go on."

"It took awhile but the security team was able to dig up some info that Mike Zhao must have paid a lot to hide. According to the information, Mike Zhao is currently married with a 3 year old son. He hid and left them abroad and haven't gotten in contact with them for a year now."

Tim continued. "The wife is currently looking for him because their son needs a kidney transplant and he is a matched donor."

"Do you know where they are now?"

"Yes. What would you like me to do?"

"Bring them back to China discreetly and treat the boy. I will have later use for them."

"I understand."

"How is Arnold doing on his assignment?"

"Miss. Shen will be delivering the first batch of minerals in a week's time. The prototype machine development is looking great so far. It will be about 1 month before we can confirm the completion of it."

"Great. Make sure my Father or grandfather have no clues on this. I will see you tomorrow in the office then."

"Goodnight boss."