Chapter 2: The Empire Behind Her Silence
Chapter 2: The Empire Behind Her Silence
Within an hour, the illusion of Daniel's power collapsed.
Every luxury car in the garage belonged to Victoria's investment company.
The mansion had been purchased through a family trust established before the marriage.
Even Daniel's position as CEO wasn't permanent.
The board meeting had already begun.
Inside the conference room, every director stood as Victoria entered.
Daniel rushed in moments later.
"You can't replace me!" he shouted.
The chairman calmly adjusted his glasses.
"Actually..."
He slid a document across the polished table.
"According to Section Twelve of your employment agreement, Ms. Hayes retains majority voting control."
Daniel stared.
"Ninety-one percent?"
Victoria folded her hands.
"You were busy enjoying the title."
"I was busy building the company."
One by one, board members raised their hands.
The vote was unanimous.
Daniel Hayes...
Removed as CEO.
Security approached him politely.
"Sir... we'll escort you out."
He looked around desperately.
Not one person defended him.
Not one.
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The empire he believed he owned had never belonged to him.
It had always belonged to the woman he underestimated.
