He pulled me into the company and headed to the conference room.
I was clueless at first, but the reporters’ questions enlightened me.
The news of Featherstone Corporation’s president’s ex-wife having an extra-marital affair was trending on social media. The blurry photos taken at the hotel were posted everywhere, too.
Even Nancy’s name was mentioned.
Making use of a few blurry photos of me, the media compared me to Nancy’s photoshopped photos. They also analyzed the conflict between Anthony and Marcus.
The public was interested in gossip. As a result, I became their target. Calling me a loose woman was no longer enough. They pinned Nancy’s death on me and pitied both men. To them, I was toying with Anthony and Marcus’ feelings.
The netizens expressed their heartfelt condolences to the deceased and showed their sympathy to both the men.
Meanwhile, I became the filthy and unfaithful b*tch who cheated on my husband.
When I saw how they labeled me as a b*tch, I couldn’t stand it anymore and immediately closed the webpage. Pursing my lips, a hint of mirth flashed across my gaze.
Anthony didn’t want me to face the shareholders’ wrath, so he told me to stay in his office.
I wasn’t afraid of that. After all, I had to face it someday.
Concerned about my mental health, Anthony arranged for Joseph to stay with me.
I read everything on the headlines and left my phone aside. Looking down from the French windows, I could still see the reporters milling around the entrance of Featherstone Corporation.
“Mrs. Featherstone, there are plenty of books in the lounge. You can pick one to read if you like,” suggested Joseph. To him, the easiest way to offer his comfort was to change the topic suddenly.
I let out a faint chuckle and turned at my shoulder slightly. “There are many influential men in K City. Isn’t it a waste of resources to gather at Featherstone Corporation’s entrance?”
Joseph pressed his lips together, but he said nothing.
Shortly after, Anthony came back with a scowl on his face.
Upon spotting me, his expression relaxed. He beckoned me over, and I trotted to him obediently. Pulling me into his lap, he declared, “It’s nothing. Don’t worry!”
I nodded silently. Deep down, I knew something huge must’ve happened to make him frown. The rumors hadn’t just affected us, it had also brought a negative impact on the company.
A listed company would be in trouble if its president’s name was dragged through the mud.
Anthony always had a positive public image. His intimidating presence and decisiveness gave the shareholders a sense of security.
I knew he brought me to his office so I wouldn’t lose control after reading the news. After all, there was no one to take care of me there.
“Mm!” I grunted in acknowledgement.
Joseph handed a file to him. It was a report of how Featherstone Corporation’s share prices dropped drastically over the past few hours.
I knew nothing about the stock market, but the red line on the chart was obvious even to a clueless person like me.
Anthony patted my hand and gestured for me to take a nap before returning to his desk.
Joseph seemed fidgety as his employer said nothing.
Thud! Suddenly, he slapped the file on the table. The loud sound resounded in the silent office.
Sensing my gaze on him, a warm smile flitted across his lips. “I’m fine.”
His voice was reassuring.
I inclined my head. It doesn’t seem to be a trivial matter.
I didn’t want to disturb him at work, so I stood up and told him I was tired before entering his lounge.
He shot me a comforting smile. “Okay. Take a nap. Don’t you worry.”
I entered the lounge and lay on the bed, but I just couldn’t fall asleep.
For the first time in my life, I browsed the finance website. As I had expected, the experts were already analyzing the after-effects of Featherstone Corporation’s current crisis.
Featherstone Corporation had three crises this year, so one expert claimed Featherstone Corporation would be destroyed if Anthony couldn’t solve this crisis soon enough.
Another expert explained this crisis could be a turning point for Featherstone Corporation. After four years, Featherstone Corporation had reached its peak. Thus, it would be hard for it to achieve more.
However, the outcome would depend on how Anthony dealt with the matter.
After a long hesitation, I finally decided to call Marcus. Years ago, he gave me his number after I lost my child that horrible night. As long as I called this number, he’d pick up for sure.
Marcus was a man of his words. He answered the call after a few rings.
Without waiting for me to speak, he asked, “I didn’t leak those photos. Do you trust me?” His voice was low, and it sounded like he was busy at work.
“Of course!” I replied.
After a brief silence, his voice turned hoarse. “I’ll make sure you won’t get hurt this time.”
At this stage, my feelings were exhausted. I had nothing but gratitude for him.
I replied calmly, “I don’t care how you deal with the matter. This call is to let you know that I no longer owe you anything.”
He fell silent at the other end of the line. As almost a billion was transferred into his account, White Corporation could survive the ordeal.
He spoke slowly, “Does Anthony know about the money you transferred to me?”
“No,” I answered. Under Anthony’s management, HiTech racked up billions in profits every year.
George didn’t want me to be stripped of everything if Anthony divorced me one day, so he registered my name as the recipient of HiTech’s company earnings.
I’ve never touched a cent all over the years.
However, when Featherstone Corporation and White Corporation encountered the same problem, I transferred the money to Marcus to return his favor.
He sneered over the phone. “Sienna, you’re really ruthless.”
Ruthless?
I beg to differ. It had been over four years, so I felt uneasy whenever I thought about how I could repay his favor. Back then, he had everything he wanted.
Right now, both companies were in trouble. Anthony had to face some difficulties to resolve the crisis, but it was very likely that he would pull through.
However, White Corporation’s problem was a different matter altogether. It had been a family business all along. Benjamin showed no intention of expanding his business back then.
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