Chapter 41 It’s All Your Doing Behind the Scenes
Caspian glanced at Hazel’s stern face and felt like he couldn’t breathe.
Hazel stormed out of the conference room, not even bothering to look back,
Caspian never expected that, as a man in his forties, he would be publicly humiliated by a young woman like Hazel. He quickly called Aiden to report the
situation.
Ignore her. Just stick to the plan,” Aiden said, clearly not taking Hazel seriously. “If anything goes wrong, 111 handle it. What are you so scared of?”
“Got it, Mr. Astor. Caspian finally smiled, eager to see how long Hazel could keep up her act.
Hazel took Xander straight to the production factory-
There had to be a reason the workers suddenly went on strike.
The factory was out in the suburbs. By the time Hazel got there, it was already afternoon. She hadn’t even eaten and went straight to the factory manager. Ash Mitchell.
Ash didn’t respect her at all. It was clear he was in cahoots with Caspian, both under Aiden’s thumb
“I heard Ms. Astor is young and capable, but I didn’t expect you to be a beauty too,” Ash said, his words dripping with sarcasm. “Ms. Astor, you’re about the same age as my daughter, who still asks me for money.”
Hazel ignored his side remark and got straight to the point. “I heard from Caspian that the workers are on strike. Whats going on?”
“Don’t you get it, Ms. Astor? They’re not being paid enough.” Ash replied
“As far as I know, the Galaxy Group’s wages for workers fully comply with labor market standards, and the benefits are much better than other factories,”
Hazel countered.
But this batch of clothes needs to be rushed. I heard it has to be done before the next quarter, which means the workers workload will increase. Without overtime pay, who would want to work hard? Ash continued
Hazel frowned. No one had reported the factory’s situation to her, and if it was a special case, she would have prioritized handling it.
She had to admit, Aiden had indeed controlled her in this aspect.
“Ms. Astor, is there anything else you want to know? If not, I have other things to attend to,” Ash said, not even inviting her into the factory. After speaking. be turned to leave.
Hazel frowned and left the factory with Kander. As they walked out the gate, they were surrounded by a group of workers.
“You’re the new chairman of the Galaxy Group? You’re clearly exploiting labor. We’re going to file a labor arbitration against you. Do you have any conscience?” The leading worker was fierce, and every word was directed at Hazel.
Hearing his angry words, a group of workers followed suit, filled with righteous indignation
“If you don’t give us a reasonable explanation today, don’t think about leaving
so you think cutting our wages will make us leave on our own? I’ve worked here for eight years. You can’t just kick us out like this,”
“Yeah, you must give us an explanation.”
Xander, full of vigilance, protected Hazel behind him, afraid she might get hurt.
“Calm down,” Hazel raised her voice. “I will check the cause of this issue and give you all a reasonable explanation. And I won’t let anyone suffer losses at
the Galaxy Group.”
“I think you’re just lying.” someone shouted, stirring up emotions again.
Don’t let her go. If she leaves, we wont see any resolution.”
Yeah, don’t let her leave.”
The leadey was clearly following Aidens orders. Hazel didn’t expect things to get this out of hand.
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Chapter 41 Its All Your Doing Behind the Scenes
She knew this conflict had been simmering for a while. If she hadn’t checked on the product’s progress, she might never have found out about it.
Meamshile, inside the factory, Ash watched the workers surround Hazel with a sinister grin.
He quickly made a fawning phone call “Mr. Astor, don’t worry. Hazel’s been blocked by the workers. She won’t be leaving anytime soon.”
Aiden sat in the Gala
Galaxy Group office, a cigar in his mouth. “Make sure nothing serious happens. Just give her a little scare.”
After hanging up, he smirked. He was the most experienced, after all
Hazel thinking she could take him on was just laughable
Dad, Hazel really went to the clothing factory,” Bianca said, a bit surprised. She didn’t expect Hazel to be so dedicated, going to a place full of the lower
Those people were uncultured and rough, practically barbarians. Now, Hazel would have a hard time getting out.
“Leave her alone. Aiden said dismissively. Tealled you here to discuss something important
Blanca leaned in closer, eager to listen.
The Murphy family called me earlier. They want to publicly announce your engagement to Erik and set a wedding date. But you refused?” Aiden asked.
Talking about the engagement, Bianca looked a bit shy and troubled.
“Just say whatever you want. We’re family, no need to hide anything from me,” Aiden encouraged.
Bianca thought for a moment, then made up her mind. “Dad, I dont want to publicly announce the relationship with the Murphy family right now
“Why? Didn’t you like him a lot before? Aiden was puzzled.
ng to be deep in thought. “Hazel is now entangled with
“I do like him, but I’m more worried about our family’s current situation.” Blanca said, pretending to be George. You saw it yourself at Nash’s birthday party.”
Don’t worry, George is just playing with her. The York family would never tolerate a disgraced woman like Hazel marrying George, Aiden said confidently.
“But I think he really likes Hazel,” Blanca insisted, still worried.
“Hazel is indeed beautiful. A man like George would certainly accept a beautiful woman who comes to him willingly. I know this too well,” Aiden said, feeling it was inappropriate to discuss these topics in front of Bianca. He awkwardly coughed twice. In any case, George is just temporarily infatuated with Hazel, Once that feeling passes, she Il definitely be abandoned.”
“No matter what, Hazel is now involved with George, and she’s always targeting us. What if the York family helps her?” Bianca wouldn’t let it go.
Aiden felt a
chance.
a pang of anxiety. Hazel didnt acknowledge her family now, and if she really teamed up with the York family, the Astor family wouldn’t stand a
So, what do you suggest?” Aiden asked.
want to meet George as the heir of the Astor family,” Bianca said directly, surprising Aiden. “And if George likes me, our family won’t have to worry about – anything else. To protect the Astor family, I’m willing to set aside my feelings and be with George.”
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