Chapter 18

Inhaling deeply, Amanda took hold of the contract and carefully reviewed its contents. The agreement proved to be exceptionally stringent, with terms that were outright oppressive. Given the current state of the company, completing the contract within two years seemed like a near-impossible feat.

"This is unfair."

"If you're hesitant to sign, just say so," Dickson retorted.

Joanna clenched her teeth in frustration. "Mr. Dickson , you're crossing a line! Show some decency, will you?"

"Yeah, yeah," Dickson responded dismissively. "I'm just annoying, okay?"

He slouched back in his chair, casually puffing on his cigarette, appearing nonchalant. "If you're too scared to sign, just quit the family company. Besides, it’s not even your company!"

His arrogant demeanour fueled Amanda's inner fury. Yet, she was no quitter, not back then, and certainly not now.

The terms were exorbitant, but if she could complete the task, she could finally rid Dickson and his team members for good and for the be