Chapter 55

Ethan POV
 
"Based on what has been happening recently in this office, I would love to give some workers here a few awards for their good work for this enterprise." I stood in the middle of the huge hall with a microphone on my arms, pacing within the little space I have for myself.
 
The whole workers set their eyes on me, the same thing with my little sunshine. She sat down there with an interesting and engaging look to me while I just smiled back, not trying to let the look get over me during my little speech to all my workers.
 
"This might be a surprise to you all, though, but you all have to accept fact." . A loud clap came up this same time I said my words.
 
"So, I would call out a few workers and do what I have to do because of time." I looked to my wristwatch at the same time, still addressing them.
 
"Mia and Sarah, please, can you both come up here?" The both gazed at each other with a surprised-filled face while I smiled to them both as they matched forward with the loud cheers from behind.
 
"Congratulations, my little sunshine. Father made this possible for you," I whispered into her ears while she looked at the crowd with a smile.
 
*****
 
As I handed Mia and Sarah their awards long in their hands, I couldn't help but feel a sense of pride and joy wash within myself. 
 
Mia, my little sunshine, was not only my assistant but also my wife, and seeing her excel in her role as my secretary was a dream come true for we both as a couple..
 
Mia's face immediately lit up with a bright smile as she accepted her award from my arms, and she leaned in closer to me as I whispered congratulations once more in her ear. 
 
I could feel her heart racing with a lot of excitement, and I knew that this moment meant the world to her already, since it was something none of us planned.
 
As we walked back to our seats with big smiles on our faces, hand in hand, the crowd erupted in applause once again to we both plus Sarah.
 
I looked over at Sarah's, who was beaming with pride already, and nodded in her direction also.
 
"You deserve it, Sarah," I said with a smile waving at her.
 
Mia squeezed my hand against mine, and I knew that she was also thinking the same thing as me.
 
We made a great team already, both in and out of the office area.
 
As the ceremony came to a close within a few hours, I took the microphone once again holding it. 
 
"I just want to say thank you to all of my employees for their hard work and dedication to the organization. You are the reason why this company is successful today, and I am honored to work alongside each and every one of you as your boss and fellow co-worker." I smiled to everyone.
 
The crowd applauded once more to me, and I looked over at Mia's face, who was watching me with tears of joy in her eyes.
 
I knew that she was proud of me already, despite trying to hide it, and that meant everything to me.
 
As we left the huge hall, Mia turned to me and said with a smirk, "I'm so proud of you, Ethan. You're an amazing leader and an even more amazing husband to me and great father to Alexander."
 
I smiled and pulled her closer to myself.
 
"I just couldn't do it without you, my little sunshine," I said, kissing the top of her forehead.
 
"You're my personal rock, my partner, and my everything in this life."
 
*****
As we left the hall, we were both talking to each other romantically.
 
Mia and I walked hand in hand to our car, basking in the glow of a successful awards ceremony.
 
The warm sunshine and gentle breeze only added to our both joy, and we couldn't stop smiling at each other throughout. 
 
When we both arrived home, Mia excused herself to freshen up in the room, and I decided to visit my father, Mr. Joshua, who had been bedridden for a few months now.
 
I walked into his room with a smile, and he smiled weakly back at me.
 
"Ethan, my son, I heard about the awards ceremony you hosted. Congratulations on that achievement!" His voice was frail, but his eyes shone with huge pride. I smiled and took his hand onto mine, feeling a surge of love and gratitude towards him.
 
"Thanks, Dad. It was a really great day. And Mia was amazing, as always." I couldn't help but mention her name at this point, and my dad's eyes lit up even more.
 
"Ah, Mia, my dear daughter-in-law and only daughter. She's the best thing that's happened to you as a human, plus you, Ethan." He smiled.
 
"You'retruly lucky to have her as your wife." He paused, his chest rising and falling with effort.
 
"I'm so glad and joyful I got to see you two happy together after all the whole life issue. You deserve it."
 
I nodded in agreement with his words, feeling a lump form in my throat at the same time.
 
"I know, Dad. I don't know what I'd do without her by my side." My dad's expression turned serious and Stern, and he struggled to sit up straighter to look me in the eyes.
 
"Ethan, I need to talk to you about something, though. I know I don't have much time left here on this bed, and I want to make sure you're prepared to take over the companyy. His voice was laced with concern, and I felt a sense of responsibility wash over me as soon as he revealed his words.
 
"I'm already ready, Dad. I won't let you down this time." I reassured him, trying to sound confident with my words. My dad smiled, looking relieved.
 
"I know you won't fail me, Ethan. You're a true great leader, just like me and your late mother." He paused, his eyes clouding over me. 
 
"I'm really proud of you, my dear son. You've grown into an amazing man and a strong one at that."
 
As I left my father's room, stepping me out to the sitting room, I felt a sense of determination wash over me.
 
I would just make sure to make him proud and to take care of Mia, my child, and the company as I promised him.
 
I walked back to our bedroom, where Mia was waiting for me already, looking beautiful as always.
 
"Hey, my little sunshine," I said, kissing her forehead as soon as I walked in.
 
. "How are you doing, dear?" Mia smiled and snuggled into my arms, her warmth and love enveloping me immediately.
 
"I'm doing really great now that I'm home. How was your visit with your dad though?" She asked, concern etched on her face quickly.
 
I sighed to her words, feeling a sense of sadness wash over me.
 
"It was kind of good, but he's not doing well either. He's worried about the company as always, but I reassured him that I've got everything under control with your help." Mia's expression softened, and she hugged me tighter with a smirk on both faces.
 
"I'm always here for you, Ethan. We'll face everything together as a couple." Her words were a quick balm to my soul at this point, and I knew that with her by my side, I could conquer anything that came my way, like how I have done in the past.