Chapter 50
Scarlett [rowned deeply as she listened to Grace’s words on the phone.
“Grace,” she said coldly, “I am the CEO of this company, and you are just a secretary. You need to remember your place.” Her tone was sharp and final.
“Whatever it is, we’ll deal with it tomorrow.” Without waiting for a response, Scarlett hung up..
Grace stared at her now dark phone screen, her frustration evident.
“She’s really going to drag the entire company down with her,” Grace muttered, pacing back and forth in her office
For a moment, she considered calling Leroy. But then, she thought of Cedric’s manipulative nature. Even if Leroy intervened, Scarlett would likely stay stubbor “Honestly, I just hope the board steps up and does something about Cedric.”
“Lettie, is something wrong? Cedric asked, his curiosity piqued by her serious expression
“It’s just some company issues,” Scarlett replied flatly. “Make sure you keep a low profile for now. Don’t give anyone any ammunition to use against you.” Cedric waved off her concern with a smug grin. “Lettie, you’re the CED What do those old board members matter? They wouldn’t dare come after me.”
He puffed up his chest. “Besides, I just closed a huge deal for the company. Let them try to touch me!”
their ways, and they’re not to be
Scarlett didn’t respond immediately, her gaze unreadable. She sighed softly. “Cedric, just be cautions. The board members have th underestimated,”
Cedric paused, then nodded reluctantly, when he noticed her growing impatience. “Don’t worry, Lettie. I won’t cause any trouble for you,” he said, his tone
serious.
Scarlett gave him a brief glance before heading upstairs. “I’m tired. I’m going to rest,” she said simply, disappearing into her bedroom.
Cedric watched her retreat, frustration bubbling under his sida. Even now, Scarlett wouldn’t let him set foot on the second floor of the house.
“One day, I’ll make you mine completely,” he muttered under his breath, his eyes darkening with determination,
The next morning, Scarlett arrived at the company only to find Grace and several senior executives gathered in the conference room.
“What’s going on?” she asked sharply, glancing around the room. “Didn’t we already finish yesterday’a meeting?
Grace exchanged looks with the other exratives before stepping forward.
“This is from the board, Scarlett, she began cautiously. “They’ve decided to temporarily suspend your duties as CEO and ban Cedric from entering the company altogetherTM
She gestured to the laptop on the table, which displayed an official statement from the board.
Scarlet froze, her face clouded with disbelief. “What is this supposed to mean?” she demanded, her voice rising
“The board doesn’t have the authority to make a decision like this without consulting the first. I want to meet with them.”
Grace shook her head “Lettie, this isn’t a removal. It’s just a temporary break. They’re not asling you to step down permanently. The real target here is Cedric,” Scarlett ignored her explanation, her temper flaring. “No. I don’t agree to this!” she snapped, her fists clenching-
One of the senior executives, clearly fed up, spoke up, “Ms. Payne, this decision was unanimously approved. Your personal objections don’t override a collective
He handed lier a signed letter from the board, making the united stance clear.
Scarlett’s face fell. She felt surrounded, with no one in her comer. The weight of the situation settled on her shoulders, and she had no choice but to accept the board’s decision-
—at least for now
Meanwhile, barkat Scarlett’s villa, Cedric had just woken up. He sat on the edge of his bed, rubbing his temples as Juritation crept in.
