Chapter 806

Pinebrook, Hale Group headquarters. Lily, an intern in the legal department, was following her supervisor into a meeting. "Today's the exec assessment," her supervisor said, glancing around at the ten interns in front of him. "You'll be meeting the president. It's a chance to test your adaptability. But just so you know, Julian had to step away due to personal matters. The newly appointed president? No one has a clue what he's like. So… good luck." He paused, then added, "There are only four spots open in our department this round. Do your best." Lily took in a deep breath. She had done her homework on Julian—his style, habits, even small quirks. And now they just casually dropped that he was out of the picture? A new president, huh? Who is this guy even? "Any of you know who the new president is?" someone among the interns asked quietly. "There are three Hale brothers, right? With Julian gone, it's gotta be the second or youngest, maybe?" "We never looked into the other two," another