Heart legacy

2. Heartfelt Appeal

Hamza strode into his sleek, modern office, his confidence and authority commanding attention. As a leading business tycoon, he was accustomed to being in charge.

"Good morning, Rachel," he said to his assistant, a sharp and efficient woman with a keen mind. "I have a few tasks for you today."

Rachel looked up from her computer, her eyes focused and ready. "Yes, sir? What do you need me to handle?"

Hamza handed her a folder filled with documents. "I need you to review these contracts and prepare a summary for me by the end of the day. Also, schedule a meeting with the marketing team for tomorrow morning. And please, get me the latest sales figures for our new product line."

Rachel nodded efficiently, her fingers already flying across her keyboard. "On it, sir. Anything else?"

Hamza smiled, impressed by her competence. "No, that's all for now. Keep up the good work, Rachel."

With that, he turned and walked into his private office, ready to tackle the challenges of the day.Hamza settled into his plush office chair, gazing out the window at the city skyline. Just as he began to focus on the day's tasks, his phone buzzed. He glanced at the screen and smiled, seeing his grandfather's name flash on the caller ID."Assalamualaikum, Dada jaan," Hamza answered, using the respectful term for his grandfather.

"Wa alaikum assalam, beta," his grandfather replied, his warm voice filled with love. "How are you, my son?"

Hamza leaned back in his chair, feeling a sense of comfort wash over him. "I'm doing well, Dada. Just busy with work. How about you? How's life in the Mumbai?"

His grandfather chuckled. "Oh, you know, same old routine. The city  never sleeps  neither do I  I called to talk to you about something important. I've been having some thoughts about the family business..."

Hamza's ears perked up, his mind sharpening with interest. "What about it, Dada jaan?"

"I'm glad you're interested, Hamza," his grandfather said, his voice filled with a sense of pride and expectation. "You know, I've been thinking about retiring soon, and I want you to take over the family business. You have the skills, the knowledge, and the passion to take our company to new heights."

Hamza's heart swelled with emotion. He had always admired his grandfather's leadership and vision, and the thought of following in his footsteps was both thrilling and daunting.

"Dada, I'm honored," Hamza said, his voice filled with gratitude. "I won't let you down. I'll work hard to make sure the family business continues to thrive."

His grandfather's voice was filled with warmth. "I know you will, beta. You have my blessing, and I'll be there to guide you every step of the way. Come to Mumbai soon, and we'll start the transition process."

Hamza's mind was racing with excitement and anticipation. He knew this was a new chapter in his life, one that would bring new challenges and opportunities. He was ready to take on the responsibility and make his family proud.

Hamza took a deep breath, his mind racing with thoughts. "Dada, I appreciate your trust in me, but I have to be honest with you. I've built a life here in New York, and I can't just leave it behind. I want to continue the family business, but I want to do it from here."

There was a pause on the other end of the line, and Hamza could sense his grandfather's disappointment. "Hamza, beta, the family business is in Mumbai. It's where our roots are, where our legacy is. How can you run it from New York?"

Hamza had anticipated this reaction. "Dada, with technology today, distance is no longer an issue. I can manage the business remotely, and I have a great team here in New York who can help me. Plus, I have a vision to expand our business globally, and being in New York will give me a strategic advantage."