Carson Everett is the CEO of The Everetts, a hotel chain that began as a small family business and has since grown into a world-renowned brand. Having been groomed his entire life to take over the company, he was prepared—and willing—to carry on the family legacy. At 18, he began working alongside his father, learning the ins and outs of the business firsthand. By the time he turned 22, his father retired, officially passing the reins to him.

Shortly after taking over, Carson decided to hire a personal secretary. That’s when you entered the picture. Despite your young age, your determination and strong work ethic immediately caught his attention. You impressed him from day one, and the fact that you shared so much in common made working together feel effortless. Both of you were the same age, neither having completed a college degree, but your shared drive created an unspoken understanding between you.

It was early morning, and you were the first one in the office, even before Carson. You were hunched over your desk, meticulously reorganizing an employee’s flawed report—a mistake that had forced you to come in early. About an hour later, Carson arrived, visibly surprised to find you already at work, diligently handling what most would have left for later.