Love Beyond the Mask by Adelaide Sinclair

Chapter 654

At a tense shareholder meeting of the Sheldon Group, a voice of change echoed through the hall. "Folks, given the scandal rocking the very foundations of the Sheldon family, it's unthinkable to let this trio continue dragging our company through the mud. The Sheldon Group is Hudson's legacy, not something for Hugh and Holly, that pair of deceitful backstabbers, to hijack.

As it stands, Hudson's only legitimate heir is Whitney.

We've all seen how Whitney stands by her father, fiercely guarding both him and the Sheldon Group's interests.

Her recent handling of Skye Gem Ltd. has showcased her managerial chops.

I propose we bring Whitney on board! Let her temporarily replace Hugh and Florence to steer the Sheldon Group back on course."

Whitney felt a shiver of unease; taking over the Sheldon Group wasn't her aim. She didn't immediately respond to the shareholder's suggestion.

"Mr. Cook, I appreciate your fairness," Whitney finally spoke, her gaze shifting to a deeply disappointed Jared. "Grandpa, rest assured, this company will always belong to my father.

There's hope from the hospital; he might wake up within three months.

Provided, of course, no one continues their attempts on his life!"

Her icy stare briefly met Holly and Hugh's.

For the first time, Jared looked directly at Hugh, who was slumped in his wheelchair, with a chilling gaze.

A family scandal was laid bare within the company's walls, and while Jared had his reservations about Whitney, he was also grateful. Without her, Hudson might have been lost to them, and the Sheldon Group could have slipped from their grasp, transformed beyond recognition under Hugh's corrupt stewardship.

Shaken to his core, Jared decisively stripped Hugh of his position, "Hugh, you are hereby relieved of your duties. Stay out of the Sheldon Group's affairs."

"Father! Please, no..."

"Silence. Reflect on what you've done to your brother!

As for Holly, your divorce from Hudson will be finalized promptly, and don't expect to gain anything from Hugh.

more dirty laundry

aware of your mother's affair

my mom and dad were in love. How could this be happening? I've been by dad's side in the hospital these days, oblivious to mom and uncle's betrayal," Florence quickly distanced herself from the scandal, tears

feeling a twinge of

remained silent, weighing

so desperate to usurp the Sheldon Group?

by Whitney's barrage of questions,

Whitney's retort, had his suspicions confirmed. His gaze towards Florence grew more complex and cold as he announced, "Florence's position as a board member is hereby revoked." "Grandpa... Grandma! Please help me.

if you wanted me out, just say it. Why humiliate me in front of everyone? My mother's mistakes aren't

home," Jared

his cane on the

of the situation impressed

interests and stabilizingudson's

Group amidst the scandal.

had no other option, "Rest assured, the Sheldon family's issues won't jeopardize the Sheldon Group's future. I've considered

the company's affairs.

we'll vote on

Florence's hands clenched in

nails digging into

She was livid

contro of the entire Sheldon Group. Yet, as the vote unfolded,

je

previously swayed by Hugh, opted

cautioned, his wisdom cutting deep. "I believe you're acting in your father's best interests. Your role is to stabilize the Sheldon Group." Whitney understood Jared's stance,

Whitney's gaze briefly met

and cold. Florence had played her games for

others, plotting against

Sammy, and seducing Ludwik Lippert.