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Chapter 145

Author: Breaking Wave
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“Does that mean Ms. Yelena has completely lost her right?”

“Hard to tell… Mr. Jenner was furious when she got conned the last time. I mean, how’s that kind of brain managing a huge group like this?”

Cordelia heard all the whispered comments and tried hard to close them off.

Marcus had told her before. Whatever happened, she had to respond with composure. The calmer she was, the better she could figure out a solution. One would lose their cool easily when they panicked.

Once she thought of her husband, she smiled a little and felt more relaxed.

The board meeting began as scheduled.

William made a brief introduction of Cordelia in the meeting and assigned her corresponding duties. The shareholders watched silently. Even when they were in doubt, they kept up enough of a facade to welcome Cordelia.

After all, there was no set outcome yet. No one dared guarantee what the future would be like. It would be the wisest choice not to offend anyone.

When the meeting ended and everyone lef
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