Chapter 321

"Thank you for your hard work these past six months," Luke said, expressing his satisfaction with William Henderson's performance.

"I've simply been following your instructions, Mr. Walker," William replied respectfully. "As you predicted, Mr. Thornton's appetite became insatiable once I loosened the reins a bit."

Luke had intentionally given Neil Thornton the opportunity to make mistakes and expose his weaknesses. He took a sip of coffee from the cup on his desk. "He thought his ties with the Walkers meant I couldn't touch him."

"He was wrong. You're the real decision-maker at Hanque, Mr. Walker!" William's insight far surpassed Neil's.

"I have no patience for disloyalty," Luke stated.

"Rest assured, Mr. Walker, my loyalty to you is unwavering."

"I trust you. You may go now."

William acknowledged and left.

Only Luke and I remained in the office. I informed the company's PR department that Neil had been taken by the police and instructed them to prepare a response.

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