The Final Confrontation

Chapter 89:

James felt like he had been punched in the gut. On that screen were Lily and Ava—totally unaware. James spun around to face Chloe, with angry eyes.

"What the hell is this, Chloe?" he growled.

Chloe smiled, but it wasn't friendly. "Insurance, James. Just in case you got any bright ideas about exposing our little chat in the park."

The board members fidgeted in their seats. They clearly hadn't been expecting this kind of drama.

James inhaled deeply, trying to control himself. "This is low, even for you," he said. "Leave my family out of this."

"But they are already practical," she purred. She addressed the board directly. "Ladies and gentlemen, I think it's time we get started, don't you?"

The head of the board, Mr. Thompson, cleared his throat. "Yes, well, we're here today to discuss the allegations against Mr. Watson and to vote on his future as CEO of Watson Industries."

James sat down, feeling his mind racing. He had to be smart about it. Not let Chloe win, but neither