Mark had dedicated his entire life to the Tudor Group and was considered a key contributor to its success. Even Frederick had to show him respect, so who did Lucas think he was to speak to him like that? Tobias stood up, noting the displeased expression on Mark's face.
With a faint smile, he said, "Mark, it's best to do what's appropriate for your age and stop concerning yourself with things that don't matter. You're still a shareholder of the Tudor Group; you can enjoy your retirement comfortably. But if you lose those shares, what will you do then?" With that, he walked out of the room.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtThe other attendees gradually left the boardroom, leaving Mark and a few of his supporters behind. The expressions on their faces were far from pleasant. Mark's eyes were dark and fixed straight ahead, his hands clenched tightly into fists.
Just then, his phone rang. He glanced at the screen-it was an unfamiliar number. He wasn't planning to answer it, but then a text message arrived. Upon reading the message, his expression shifted, and he answered the call.
"Hello? Are you really...?" "Yes, it's me." CEO's Office.
Desmond looked at Lucas' sharp and striking face, hesitating before speaking, "Mr. Tudor, offending Mr. Lewis like this... he won't let this go easily." Lucas replied coolly, "He's just an old parasite. What good is he?" Desmond remained silent for a moment, knowing that once Lucas made a decision, there was no point in arguing.
He decided to move on to another matter. "We've traced the accounts that contacted the various marketing agencies. It turns out to be a foreign company, but it's quite mysterious. Officially, they claim to be in the jewelry business and have a jewelry brand, but it's very niche." Lucas' eyes darkened. "A foreign jewelry company? Why would they interfere in Tudor's affairs?" Desmond replied, "I suspect it's just a front, a shell company hiding other industries behind it." Lucas nodded. "Keep digging. Also, have Baron and Braden ensure Aveline's safety. Nothing must happen to her!" "Yes!" Desmond responded promptly, then asked, "So, Mr. Tudor, how do we handle the video situation?" Lucas replied, "Hold a press conference. Also, make a trip to the hospital." "Understood." The online discussion was in an uproar.
Within just a few hours, news about Lucas' altercation had climbed into the top three trending topics across various platforms, surpassing even the buzz around celebrity gossip. en Aveline frequently checked her phone, feeling a growing sense of unease The uproar had not died down yet, and she had no idea what Lucas' current situation was QUMS Sidney handed her a cup of coffee and said, "You don't look well. Maybe this will help wake you up a bit?" "Thank you." Aveline looked at him and thanked him.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmSidney responded, "No need to be so formal with me."
Aveline took a sip of the coffee, the bitter taste spreading through her mouth, drawing her attention back hat.
Just then, her phone rang. When she looked at the screen, she saw it was e Gernard calling. "Hello, Mr. Cooper." Aveline answered, her tone neutral.
Gernard's gentle voice cthrough, "Do you have stright now? Gan werheet?" Aveline asked, "Is there something you need, Mr. Cooper?" Gernard replied, "To be honest, I'm reaching out to you about Lucas." Aveline's gaze lowered slightly.
Could it be that he still wanted to persuade her to divorce Lucas? X