Chapter 276 - Katherine Young's First Day of Work

At eight in the morning, Katherine got picked up by a white Mercedes-Benz CLS in front of Golden Phoenix Residences.

As soon as she arrived in the lobby, she saw her grandfather Theodore Young standing outside the car waiting for her. Normally, Chairman Young wouldn't bother being out in the public standing like it was normal for an old man—a respected and influential old man—like him to wait but Katherine was special. 

He was determined to treat his granddaughter like a princess and make up for everything that she missed growing up. As long as he could do it or afford it — even if it costs a fortune — he would most certainly give it to her.

Katherine strolled towards him with a full smile on her face. Despite her troubled heart, seeing her grandfather waiting for her made her morning. It was such a silly thing for other people maybe but the feeling and realization just made her feel more emotional.

"Grandpa!" she called, greeting him with a hug. "You really didn't have to pick me up. I could drive there."

"Nonsense! I wanted to pick you up. It's your first day of work, I want to arrive with you!" he replied.

Katherine laughed upon hearing him. How adorable to hear her grandfather say that. He was the most important person in the company so she should be the one saying that line. 

"Wow. I am very lucky! It would be an honor to be escorted by the chairman of the company on my first day of work. And look, Grandpa! We match!" she said as she gestured to the color of his suit and the one she was wearing.

Katherine chose to wear a business outfit – a dark grey formal suit with a dressy white undershirt but instead of a pencil skirt, she opted to wear suit pants and a pair of Gucci beige suede pumps. 

Chairman Young also wore a suit of the same shade of grey. They didn't plan it, of course, but the coincidence was very cute. And this made the old man smile even wider. "Oh yes! I actually predicted that you will wear this color so I made sure to match with you," he smiled a cheeky grin.

"Grandpa, I didn't know you were clairvoyant!" she chuckled, finding her grandfather too likable.

"Mm, you would be surprised at what else I can predict, pumpkin." He winked before ushering her towards the backseat of the car. He even opened the door for her.

Little did she know, Chairman Young was very hopeful about her future. And it wasn't only regarding herself but her future family as well. After so many years, he finally had something to look forward to each day.

Katherine only brushed his statement off like it was just an innocent tease.

As they got inside the car, Frank — the assistant — drove towards Young Corporation's office. Chairman Young asked, "So, how was your new place? I wanted to visit you last night when you got settled but…" he huffed, "I don't think I can make it to the 61st floor without fainting."

"Then why did you choose it? I would have been okay with a simpler apartment, Grandpa. I mean… don't get me wrong, the new place is really great and all but… wasn't it too much?"

"Absolutely not!" Chairman Young disagreed right away. "You're my granddaughter, nothing is too much for you," he said with a serious face—poker face.

Thinking that she couldn't really argue with her grandfather, she settled with his answer. "Well… thank you again."

"Don't mention it, pumpkin." He patted her arm and probed, "Say… have you met any of your neighbors? Were they good to you?"

"Neighbors?" she wondered. "I… just arrived last night. I haven't really gotten the time to introduce myself. Do people do that? I thought the building's tenants were mostly celebrities and socialites… I don't think they're up for random socializing…" she reasoned. There was no way she would randomly make friends with anyone there. Besides, she needed to stay away from strangers.

"Oh… I see…" he replied, wondering if she hadn't met that person yet. She should know that he lived in the same building, right? If not… well then if fate doesn't do its magic, he would just have to create more opportunities.

"I just think that it would be nice for you to make new friends. You don't want to live in the big house with me... I would at least feel better knowing that someone can look out for you there."

Hearing what her grandfather was trying to tell her, Katherine felt touched and wanted to reassure him, "Don't worry, Grandpa. I have a couple of friends currently staying with me for now so I'm not totally alone there."

Not wanting to push her, he just nodded his head and said, "Mm… Bring them home for dinner when you're free. I would love to finally meet them."

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Young Corporation

The white vehicle came to a full stop in front of the tall and grand office building and Katherine saw several people waiting for them by the entrance. There were a few executives standing tall in the front.

A security guard opened the door of the car and Chairman Young got out first, followed by Katherine who looked refined, sophisticated and confident as she stood next to her grandfather who had an air of nobility around him. 

The pair walked towards the entrance and everyone bowed with respect to the Chairman. Katherine and Chairman Young stopped by Deborah Young who was smiling at their arrival and greeted her father first before saying, "Katherine, I would like you to meet Director Bai of Procurement and Supply. You will be working directly under him."

"Director Bai, it's a pleasure to meet you." Katherine shook hands with him and handed him a paper bag. "I heard that you and your wife are tea connoisseurs. I happened to get some of these during one of my trips."

Director Bai took a peek inside the paper bag and his eyes widened in surprise. "This… Is this really a Vintage Narcissus?" He was truly astonished. "It is an extremely rare Oolong tea. Are you sure you are giving it to me?" he wondered, knowing that it costs $6,500 per kilogram and there were two 500-gram tin cans inside.

"Oh, I don't really know a lot about teas, Director Bai. I think that you would enjoy it more than I do," she said in a gentle tone, winning Director Bai over immediately that he became fond of her.

"Thank you very much! I'm sure my wife and I will love it!" he responded with a wide smile.

Katherine did a lot of research and memorized a bunch of information regarding the executives in the company. She needed to make sure she was well accepted by the people she would be working with in order to have a smooth life inside. She didn't know who she would be up against and it was better to play safe.

Seeing the way Katherine instantly gained Director Bai's favor, Deborah Young suppressed her smile to slip. This niece of hers was quite skilled and she did not expect it. It had only been two minutes since she arrived and the way she held herself in front of everyone, it seemed that she had already impressed them.

Assistant Frank whispered to the Chairman before informing everyone that it was time to start the meeting.

Two lines of employees formed an aisle that led inside the lobby for them to pass through. With grace and poise, Katherine walked right behind Chairman Young as they headed towards the meeting room.

Her heart hammered in her chest but she looked unfazed while receiving everyone's curious stares.