SHAWN'S POV

He smiled broadly as he packed his things, ready to leave for home. He was supposed to leave the next morning since the conference ended late in the evening, but he was too excited to stay back.

He thought about the event of the conference and how everyone applauded his contribution to every topic discussed. Without being told, he knew they were happy with his performance and his chances of being made chairman had increased.

His father had called and he told him of his decision to return that night but begged him not to inform anyone. He wanted his return to be a surprise as everyone was...