Chapter 213

"You're letting this little girl kick me out today? You'll regret this."

Most shareholders had already sided with Sophia Laurent.

If Raymond Huang was truly innocent, why was he so panicked?

Several shareholders who had previously supported Sophia now spoke up with pleasant smiles.

"Raymond, consider it a short vacation. The project will still be yours once the investigation concludes."

"Exactly. As long as the funds check out, you'll remain in charge."

Raymond Huang listened to their seemingly supportive yet firm insistence on the investigation, his chest tightening with rage.

His gaze darkened as he glared at Sophia, eyes glinting with malice.

"Do you know who I am?"

"I was building this empire with Patriarch Valdemar when you were still playing in the mud!"

"Even Alexander Valdemar treats me with respect. Who the hell do you think you are?"

Sophia's smile vanished, her aura turning razor-sharp.

"I am currently the acting CEO of Valdemar Holdings, with full authority over all company matters."

She met his glare without flinching. "Until the police investigation is complete, Mr. Huang, you are on leave."

Her clear, decisive tone cut through the room like a blade, sending a chill down everyone's spine.

For a moment, the shareholders saw a glimpse of Alexander when he first took the reins—

relentless and fearless.

The young couple shared the same commanding presence.

After security escorted Raymond Huang out, no one dared challenge Sophia again.

The meeting proceeded smoothly as department heads delivered their reports.

Henry Chamberlain watched the orderly proceedings with quiet surprise.

He had expected a bloodbath today.

Yet Sophia had struck at the heart of the matter with precision.

No wonder she had meticulously reviewed the shareholder profiles yesterday.

What he assumed was routine preparation turned out to be a calculated move—

taking down the loudest troublemaker first.

Though a minor player, Raymond's dismissal sent a clear warning to the old foxes.

Henry's gaze lingered on the composed young woman at the head of the table, admiration swelling in his chest.

No wonder Patriarch Valdemar had chosen her as his heir's wife.

Her effortless poise—confident yet understated—was nothing short of awe-inspiring.

The meeting stretched from dawn until midday.

Sophia reviewed every report before closing the session with a final nod.