Chapter 106

One of the board members spoke up, clearly frustrated. "Ms. Jefferson, if you and your fiancé just apologize, this will all blow over. Why insist on being stubborn and harming our interests?"

"Exactly! Without Lyson Group's deal, how are we supposed to recover our losses? And what about the setback to our plans with the Lormford Chamber of Commerce? Who's going to bear that cost?"

"Yeah, Ms. Jefferson, sometimes you have to make sacrifices for the greater good. You can't be so selfish!"

Voices rang out from all directions, filling the room with chaos.

A cold smile flashed across Hugh's face. Everything was unfolding just as he had planned. Mavis had only two options—step down or apologize alongside Timothy. Either choice would be a devastating blow to her, especially the latter.

It might seem like a simple apology, but in reality, it would force her to concede. Once she lost her authority, the board would soon crumble into disarray, and Hugh would make his move then.

"Ms. Jeffer