Single Mother of a Werewolf Baby
Chapter 59: New Contracts for All

Chapter 59: New Contracts for All

Finishing her speech, Eleanor stepped down from the podium and returned to her seat. The employees watched her in stunned silence as Teresa Li walked up to the podium, wearing a professional smile.

"Everyone, please remain seated," Teresa announced. "The Chairman will now leave, but our legal team will arrive shortly. Each of you will have the opportunity to sign a new employment agreement, reflecting updated salaries, benefits, and responsibilities. If you have any questions, you may address them directly to our legal team. Thank you."

She paused for a moment, letting the words settle, before adding with a small grin, "NexaByte, welcome to Heimdall."

After saying that, she walked toward Eleanor, glanced briefly at her phone, and said in a low voice, "Boss, we’re ready to go."

Eleanor stood up gracefully, her calm gaze sweeping across the employees one last time before she began walking out of the conference room. Teresa, Joseph, Ava, and the other directors followed closely behind her.

Just as Eleanor was about to leave through the main door, Daan Hendriks, who had been battling with a growing sense of panic, suddenly stood up from his seat. Without thinking, he rushed towards the door, only to be stopped abruptly by two bodyguards standing like statues.

"Please, I need to speak with the Chairman! It’s an urgent matter! Please let me pass!" he pleaded, desperation thick in his voice.

But the guards remained unmoved. They had clear instructions: without Ava Martin’s permission, no one was allowed to leave the conference room.

By then, Eleanor and her group had already walked a fair distance away. However, her super-sensitive hearing caught the commotion behind. Out of curiosity, she paused and turned slightly to look back.

Everyone behind her stopped as well, their eyes naturally following her line of sight. They saw Daan frantically trying to reason with the guards, his face filled with anxiety.

A flash of memory passed through Eleanor’s mind. She recognized Daan, he was the man who had been with Willow White at the Louis Vuitton store during the embarrassing incident.

Calmly, she asked Ava, "Who is he?"

Ava glanced at the man before replying, "His name is Daan Hendriks, General Manager of the Logistics Department."

"Is he competent?" Eleanor asked, her tone neutral but curious.

"His performance is excellent. Everyone likes him," Ava replied without hesitation.

At that moment, Dennis West, one of the directors who had been silent all along, spoke up, "He’s a very competent worker. In fact, I promoted him to his current position because of his dedication and hard work, despite his lack of formal academic qualifications."

Eleanor considered it briefly, then said, "Alright. Let’s hear what he has to say."

Ava nodded and walked toward the guards. She gave a slight hand signal, and they immediately stepped aside, allowing Daan to pass.

He hurried toward Ava, breathing a sigh of relief. "Thank you," he whispered.

Then, gathering his courage, he asked, "May I speak with the Chairman, please?"

Ava nodded, knowing Eleanor was willing to hear him out. "Come with me," she said.

As they approached the group, Daan looked Eleanor straight in the eyes. His heart sank a little when he saw no recognition in her stone-cold green gaze. Clearly, the incident at the store was a mere blip on her radar, something she had long forgotten.

Nevertheless, he steeled himself. He had decided he would come clean... whatever the consequences.

Before anyone could prompt him, he began speaking.

"Chairman... no, Ma’am, I have a confession to make," he said, his voice slightly trembling. "You might not remember someone as insignificant as me, but a few days ago, there was an unpleasant incident involving you at the Louis Vuitton store. My girlfriend caused a scene. I didn’t directly participate, but... I was there. I want to apologize for that."

A murmur spread among the directors. Even Teresa and Ava looked surprised. They hadn’t expected this kind of revelation.

Daan, now staring at the floor, continued, "My wife remarried a long time ago. My two children are living in university dormitories. I’ve been alone. At a party, I met that woman... We got involved after a night of drinking. She was young, and I, foolishly, let her into my life."

He paused, taking a deep breath.

"I knew she was with me only for my money. There was never much emotional involvement. I was simply... enjoying the company. But I love my job here. NexaByte was my first employer, and I’ve dedicated my entire professional life to this company. I don’t want to lose it because of one foolish mistake."

He lifted his eyes again, pleading silently. "I’ll break up with her today. I swear. Please... let me stay."

A heavy silence fell.

The directors exchanged looks; some were confused, others curious. Teresa and Ava remained quiet, though there was a subtle gleam of admiration in their eyes for his honesty.

Eleanor, on the other hand, maintained her icy composure. Without any hint of emotion, she said in a clear, steady voice, "Your personal life has no bearing on me. I don’t care where you live or who you live with. As your employer, I care only about your performance and your loyalty to the company. Work diligently and protect the company’s secrets... that is enough."

With that, Eleanor turned around and stepped into the waiting elevator. The others followed silently.

Daan stood there for a long moment, feeling both relieved and humbled. He slowly returned to the conference room, his steps lighter than before.

Back in the conference room, Ava Martin and the directors returned after seeing off Eleanor and the others. But they weren’t alone. Ten lawyers from Heimdall’s legal department accompanied them.

Once everyone was settled, Ava walked to the podium and spoke briskly.

"Before we proceed, may I ask if anyone wishes to leave the company rather than sign the new contract?" she asked, scanning the room.

No hands were raised.

Nodding in satisfaction, Ava continued, "Very well. We will call you individually. When your name is called, please stand up and collect your employment folder from the legal team."

Names were called one by one. As each employee stood, a lawyer handed them a folder with their name clearly printed on it.

Inside the folders were their updated contracts, detailed lists of new benefits, and descriptions of their job responsibilities. One new addition immediately caught everyone’s attention: the confidentiality