Anna said as calmly as possible, “It has nothing to do with my relationship with him. Well, they’re all convinced he’s the ideal spokesperson. He not only has a good image, but he also has no scandals. ‘He’s a perfect candidate.”
Rachel stood up, looked at Anna, and said, “Anna, We all know what you’re trying to do. You’ve always wanted to make your people work in the company, right? Ha! You can’t fool us anymore. Since I got here, you’ve fired several employees and even sent two of my cousins to the branch company. Are you trying to replace the entire company before my aunt returns?”
Rachel was aggressive even though all of the directors were present. That was why Anna thought it was challenging to be the chairman here.
Anna exhaled a deep breath and raised her head, looking at Rachel indifferently, saying, “You got us all here just to criticize me, right? Rachel, I know you hold stock in the company. But, this does not mean that you are free to do whatever you want. We’re not at your house, but a company. So, you must follow the rules here. I fired your two cousins because they embezzled funds.”
Before that, Rachel’s two cousins were the most rampant employees in the group. They misappropriated project funds to make investments and lost a lot of money. Because the department lacked funds to pay salaries, employees reported Gabriel Group to the government
In the end, Gabriel Group was in trouble just because of these two people.
Rachel elaborated, “They simply made the wrong decision! Who are you to treat them this way, Anna? You’re only an interim chairman! Don’t overestimate yourself!”
“Yeah, maybe you’re right. But as long as I’m the acting chairman, I have that authority,” Anna said calmly and indifferently.
Rachel lifted her chin and appeared lofty and powerful. She said, “So, what if my aunt returns? She is the group’s majority shareholder. Shouldn’t you then resign?”
After a while, two secretaries opened the door next to the conference room before Anna could respond
And then, Shirley, who was wearing a suit, walked into the conference room followed by two assistants carrying her bags.
As soon as she entered the room, she glared at Anna with contempt and said, “Miss Gabriel, you’ve been doing exceptionally well lately. Now that I’m back, you may resign now.”
It wasn’t until then that Anna realized why Rachel was holding this board meeting. She knew that everyone on the board had to be present for the change of directors.
Shirley’s shares were slightly more valuable than Anna’s, making her the group’s largest shareholder. Plus, she had previously served as the executive director.
“Well, I’ve returned. And I believe everyone wants me to lead the group. So, Anna, you can hand over your position to me right now.”
Shirley was no longer pretending to be friendly but rather enraged.
Anna frowned and sat to the side. She said, “Oh, sure. This seat belonged to you in the first place, didn’t it?’1
Shirley didn’t try to remain polite and sat right down in that chair. Mona then got another chair for Anna.
And Shirley gave her a stern look as if she were accusing her of being nosy.
Then Shirley stated, “Now that I’m back, I hope the group can stay as it was before. Anna, you can take charge of your clothing company as much as you want; I’ve got this.”
Everyone began to discuss after Shirley said this. They were all aware that Anna was the sole reason that the Gabriel Group could survive the crisis some time ago.
Moreover, Anna made the company even better after she saved the day. And Shirley was clearly trying to take advantage of her.
Of course, Anna was aware of what was going on, but she remained silent because she did not want to be in charge of the Gabriel Group in the first place. She was only responsible for it before because it was in a state of emergency.
“OK, that’s fine with me,” Anna replied.
In fact, Anna wanted to take a good rest at that moment. She had been so busy lately that she had neglected her children. So, she was relieved that someone else could do the job. And she finally got to spend more time with Tammy and Matthew.
Shirley had always desired wealth and power, but Anna couldn’t care less.
After the meeting was over, Anna returned to her office to pack her belongings and prepare to leave.
At that precise moment, Shirley entered the office.
When Anna noticed how energetic Shirley was, she wondered if this woman was truly living a miserable life as the rumors said.
Anna, however, didn’t care about what Shirley had been through recently.
“Oh, I’ve packed my belongings so you can move in now,” she explained to Shirley.
Anna looked at her as she stood at her desk.
Meanwhile, Mona was packing her belongings, leaving Shirley and Anna alone in the office.
After Mona left, Shirley looked at Anna coldly and said, “Anna, are you going to leave just like that? You don’t want to work here at all, do you? Or, are you planning to retaliate against me?”
Anna replied, “Oh, I am not interested in this group. I told everyone this before when my father was still alive. As you know, he did not leave anything to me in his will. If you still consider me a threat, I can sell my stock now. In that case, this group will completely belong to your family.”
Shirley said indifferently, “Don’t pretend to be innocent, OK? Although Frank did not leave you any money in his will, the money for his insurance was left to you. I know that an insurance policy worst nearly $100,000,000. But. he never brought it up in front of me. I know he cared most about you, so he let me and my daughter deal with this huge mess.”
Shirley appeared depressed and angry.
When Anna saw that expression on her face, she laughed out loud.
“Shirley, I’m sure you know the actual cause of my father’s death. And I know that you definitely have something to do with his death,” she coldly.
Hearing that, Shirley frowned and appeared flustered.
“What the hell are you talking about? How is it possible that I have anything to do with your father’s death?” she asked.
Hearing that, Anna locked her gaze on Shirley like an abyss.
She then continued, “I know that insurance is worth a billion dollars. But, do you know what kind of insurance it is? According to the policy, I will receive the money if my dad dies in an accident. I used all the money my mom left me to invest in Gabriel Group, and my aunt has been managing it for me all these years.”
“Gabriel Group was in a financial crisis and was only suspected of having one. You, on the other hand, fled. I know it was because you were afraid that the bad things you did would be exposed to the public. Were you scared that people would blame you and find out what you had done? Also, you’ve got no idea what your brothers have been up to behind your back.”
Anna did not receive any insurance money because she lacked proof that Frank died in an accident.
Hearing that, Shirley looked more flustered
Anna touched her collar, and then said, “You know what I’m referring to, and you know why Allie died. I will get out of here now, but don’t you dare to hurt me again.”
After walking out of the office, Anna saw Wayne standing in the doorway.
She froze and asked him, “Wayne, what are you doing here? “
Wayne said calmly, “Since you’re leaving, I don’t see the need for me to stay here. But if you want to stay here, I can stay here too.”
Anna said, tightening her grip on his hand, saying, “No, I don’t want to stay here. Let’s go.”
Wayne rubbed his nose, and then said, “Oh, great. I’ve just handed in my resignation. If you don’t leave. I’ll have to go to HR Department’s office and get it back. In that case, it would be really awkward.”
Anna laughed and then patted him on the back.
Mona ran over to them as they were about to leave the group and asked, “Anna, do you really have to go? Are you sure you’re never coming back?”
Anna replied, laughing, “Yes, I’m not coming back. Bye.”
Mona was breathing heavily from running so fast. She asked, “So, can!
go with you? I can go to Lemon and work for you as an assistant.”
In fact, Anna knew why Mona was making such a request.
Mona was the closest person to Anna in the company. As a result, if Anna left, she would be in danger. Shirley would not be kind to Mona simply because she was related to her.
“Oh, but Lemon’s salary is lower than what you got here. Anyway, if you want…”
Mona immediately interrupted her, “I’ve always wanted to study design! If you agree, I’ll work there even if I’m not paid.”
Anna and Wayne looked at each other and smiled. Then Anna said, “OK, you can call Andrew and talk with him about it now. I happen to need an assistant.”
Hearing that, Mona’s eyes widened in surprise. She then smiled and said, “Yes, thank you. I’ll go see him right now.”
With that, Mona turned around and left.
“Andrew is a lucky guy, isn’t he?” Anna asked Wayne, smiling at Mona’s back.
Wayne squeezed her hand and said, “You care a lot about other people’s business, don’t you? So, when are you going to care about my business?”
Anna rolled her eyes at him and then said, “Seriously? Are you just being jealous because of Mona? I’m unemployed now, so please buy me dinner”
Wayne gazed at her dotingly and said, “I’ve made restaurant reservations; let’s go. But first, I want you to meet someone.
New Book: Back Home to Marry Off Myself
Loredana’s father left the family for his mistress, leaving them to fend for themselves abroad. When life was at its toughest, her father showed up with “good news” after 8 years of absence: To marry off Loredana to a paralyzed son of the wealthy Mendelsohn family.
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