The CEO's Unplanned Heir novel Chapter 267

Emma was sleepy across her desk, not in the mood for any conversation.

Yesterday, she had a spat with Ritchie, who promised he would figure out a way to keep their apartment. She forgave him, considering she had lied as well.

At noon, Evelyn went out for lunch.

Cindy and Darcy were eating their sandwiches while chit-chatting.

"I've noticed that the Marketing Department is as unpredictable as our Design Department these days," Cindy said.

"Only a naive person would think Mr. Harry would be ousted by Mr. Louis," Darcy scoffed, " "Mr. Harry was sent to the company out of the blue, had few connections in the company, and had been suppressed by Mr. Louis because of his different ideas from his. But, Mr. Leopold needs someone like him. Mr. Louis is Mr. Chad's subordinate, not Mr. Leopold's. Mr. Leopold wants Mr. Harry to keep Mr. Louis in check, he would definitely support Mr. Harry behind the scenes. Manager Simms just had the misfortune of being caught in the crossfire."

Cindy said, "So, what's the situation in our Design Department?"

Darcy grinned, "That's a bit complicated. After all, Evelyn and our manager are going to be sisters-in-law."

Cindy lowered her voice, "Even though Evelyn is going to be Aurelia's sister-in-law, she doesn't seem to have much power. Everything is handled strictly by the book."

"Astral Enterprises is a listed company, a Fortune 500. Mr. Leopold has to control the overall situation. Besides, the Stirling family has more than just Astral Enterprises, they have many other businesses that need his attention. If she bothers him with petty departmental stuff, she is just asking for trouble."

Darcy continued in a low voice, "Do you really think Evelyn will have any say with Mr. Leopold? I suspect she's just a yes-woman. To him, women are easily replaceable. Today he can discard Elowen, tomorrow Evelyn. Even after marriage, he won't be devoted to just one woman. Remember Mr. Chad? Is there a shortage of women to keep him company?"

Cindy nodded, but then she asked, "So, you're saying Mr. Leopold doesn't mind Aurelia constantly visiting his office?"