A Replacement Bride

John glared at Joaquin sharply, like he was furious, but his son wasn't even fazed. Joaquin knew his father would bring this up. This whole fiasco was only a show to force Joaquin to be the bridge between W Co. and Levisay Group. They thought he would do it to keep his shares.

Before he could say anything, John noted tersely, "I know you don't want to lose your shares, and I don't wish to see that happen either. If you can bring profit to the company, I can let you off the hook. We wish to have a part in one of W Co.'s projects. If you can take it for us, it'll be great for the company's future, and you can keep your shares. That's not all; if you can take the project and form a partnership with us and W Co., I can offer you a position in the company, and you'll be among the top brass. That's a good idea, isn't it?"

Amused, Joaquin wanted to laugh. He hung his head low, and his shoulders bobbed. He looked like he had just heard the best joke in the world.

However, the other shareholders wondered what he was doing, and John frowned. "This is serious. Why are you laughing?"

Soon, Joaquin's smile disappeared, but there was mockery in his eyes. "Something I heard was amusing."

John narrowed his eyes in response. "What is?"

"You. You're a joke," Joaquin said curtly.

up, his eyes filled with rage, and he slammed his

he didn't stand down. He was still looking nonchalant. "I know who you are, of course. The famous, prideful, proud president of Levisay Group. I don't understand how naive you can be as an experienced businessman. Do you think the company can take over W Co.'s project as it is? It's laughable. Even if I were to present the project to you, Levisay Group

was surprised by that, and everyone was confused

"H-How so?" someone asked.

best deal on the table and will not impede the company's growth! Are you trying to curse us? You think I can let you handle

There was no need to be courteous any longer, and he tossed a file over to John. "I bet you have no idea what's happening with your company. Here, check it out. See how your most trusted

then when he snapped out of it, he turned his attention to the file. A moment of hesitation later, he picked it up, looking grim. He

are doing. That is a fatal flaw in the company. Mr. Levisay, the company has not regressed under your leadership, but it is no longer as powerful as it

John gnashed his teeth, and he roared,

you don't want the company, or you for that matter, to fall, you should step down as president and hand over the position to someone else. Being a chairman has its perks, you know. You wouldn't lose any fame or renown and wouldn't have to be concerned about the company. All you have to do is sit at home, and we'll pay