Things had been deteriorating steadily for the Whitmore family. They weren't sure whom they had offended, but it felt as if an invisible hand had been working against them for years. Their company, EverBuild Solutions Limited, had once been the leading supplier of construction materials in Manchester… back when its formidable founder, Esmeralda Langford, was still alive.
After her untimely death, the company's meteoric rise began to wane slightly. Even so, they managed to retain their hold on valuable government contracts, a testament to the legacy Esmeralda left behind.
When William Whitmore stepped in as acting chairman, he worked relentlessly to maintain the company's stature. Although newer firms emerged and overtook them in some areas, EverBuild still remained one of the largest players in the region. Many contractors felt at ease granting them projects, relying on the prestige of their name.
