Fall In Love with the Dominant Billionaire
Chapter 285 The Battle for the Seat
“Undeniably, we are owed an explanation,” another voice echoed in reement.
The sight of their shares being mysteriously absorbed by an unknown entity was not a pleasant one for anyone, particularly when it occurred without prior notice.
The room began to buzz with rising voices, and Kenneth, already in
With a surge of frustration, Kenneth’s hand slammed onto the table Mr. Flynn of the Flynn Group, not by us at Brooks Corporation. Do w Flynn’s assistant who purchased them. If you have grievances, address
sour mood, felt his irritation Intensify.
Silence! Enough of this bickering! This was a decision made by
appear to have a say in this? As for your shares, it was Mr. them to Mr. Flynn himself!”
This revelation left the shareholders in a state of further shock; non had anticipated Mr. Flynn’s direct involvement.
It was common knowledge that Malcolm had wed Reese, the eldest daughter of the Brooks family. The specifics of their union remained a mystery, but the reality of their marriage was undeniable
Reese, eavesdropping on Kenneth’s conversation in the hallway, felt a surge of anger as he shifted all blame onto her husband.
Her presence here was evidently necessary. Who knew what other fabrications Kenneth might spew next?
With that, she made her entrance into the room, her heels clicking assertively on the floor, her voice slicing through the chatter With unmistakable authority.
“I am your new shareholder. If there are any queries, direct them to me.”
Immediately, all attention was drawn to Reese.
Whispers filled the room as none had actually met her before, though her reputation had preceded her.
“Colin’s eldest daughter? She’s quite the beauty.”
“I heard she hails from some obscure town. Could the rumors have been mistaken?”
“Ridiculous, the rumors must be false. Do you think a woman from a nondescript town would carry herself with such poise? She’s pure Reese–proud and fierce. She doesn’t seem like someone you’d want to cross.”
“It’s as if anyone from the backwoods can become a shareholder now can you believe it?” one employee murmured cynically.
“You never know in this day and age. There are plenty of people who dress up their exterior. Even the uneducated ones can seem like high–powered CEOs with the right packaging,” another replied, equally skeptical.
“It does make sense, though. After all, it was Mr. Flynn who gave them a boost. Maybe they’re just here to look pretty, rake in the profits, and that’s it.”
A sarcastic laugh followed. “Nepotism at its finest, huh? Beats us hard workers who have no connections, toiling away only to see our shares snatched from us.”
They exchanged pointed remarks, their words growing increasingly sharp, yet Kenneth listened without any intention of intervening. He took pleasure in the dissent against Reese joining the Brooks Corporation; it diverted attention away from him.
In truth, he had never wanted Reese to meddle in his affairs. She was practically a stranger now, not his daughter, and here she was, ready to interfere in his business. No one would welcome that.
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Kenneth played the role of the amiable observer, careful not to let se suspect his aversion. His concern wasn’t for her; it was for the disgruntled shareholders she was facing
Reese, on the other hand, was in no rush. She was well–versed in the game, including Kenneth’s little schemes. He thought his plan would intimidate her, but he was sorely mistaken. Reese was not one to back down from challenges; she thrived on them.
Adjusting her jacket with a calm demeanor, she tucked a loose strand of hair behind her ear.
“It seems you all have quite a few grievances against me. But honestly, you can’t blame me or my husband. If you’re looking for someone to blame, it’s Colin you should be pointing your fingers at
Kenneth, upon hearing this, felt a surge of panic at the prospect of “Now, Reese, let’s not spout nonsense. These shareholders have beer
ing thrown under the bus and quickly attempted to deflect. with me for years, they trust me.”
Reese shot Kenneth a scornful look. “Is that so? But the truth is, if weren’t for Colin, 1 wouldn’t have this opportunity to be one of the major shareholders in your company.”
She, taking a leaf out of Kenneth’s book, left him holding the bag.
The boardroom exploded with her remark, as if a bomb had been detonated.
“What’s happening? Did Colin really dig his own grave?”
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“He crossed Mr. Flynn, and Flynn brought in his wife to show Colin up, right? That must be it.”
“Right on, buddy.”
“Colin,
you
really owe us an explanation. Because of your personal vendetta, we’re all suffering
the consequences.”
Kenneth hadn’t expected that Reese would show no mercy, especially considering she would eventually have to work with him on business matters. To his dismay, she publicly undermined him in front of all the shareholders.
It seemed he would have to teach her a lesson about who held the real power.
“Reese, how could you speak to me in such a manner? After all, I was the one who agreed to bring you into the company. Plus, I didn’t tell the shareholders that you’re just, a figurehead here–without any real skills. All the major decisions still go through me, don’t they?” Kenneth played the victim while subtly trying to paint himself as a generous father figure.
But Reese knew his true colors all too well.
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She let out a derisive laugh. “Funny how Colin seems to forget one thing I didn’t grow up under his shadow. Perhaps you’re underestimating what I’m capable of.”
Kenneth inwardly scoffed at Reese’s laughter. He didn’t believe for a second that Reese could pull off anything impressive. To him, she was just a weed pretending to be a rose.
Today, he thought, would be the day Reese’s tricks would fall flat.
“If you’re so confident, Reese, why not prove yourself to the shareholders? Earn their respect, so no one in the company looks down upon you.”
The corners of Reese’s eyes crinkled slightly–a clear indication that Kenneth was laying a trap for her. But sometimes, his tactics only served to humiliate himself.
She extended her hand towards Kenneth. “Then please hand over the most challenging project your company has yet to secure.”
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Kenneth was caught off guard by Reese’s bold claim but certainly wasn’t about to stop her from embarrassing herself.
“Give it to her.”
The assistant hurried to retrieve the documents and handed them to Reese, who casually flipped through a few pages smile playing on her lips.
Holding the files, she cast a fleeting glance at Kenneth. “The Brooks Group can’t secure even a simple project like this?”
a scornful
Kenneth felt a jolt of surprise but quickly masked it with a smile. “Don’t get ahead of yourself, Reese. You can’t afford to talk big in
company.” front of all these people and then not deliver at the
