Mr. Chairman’s Devious Wife by Brey Mitchylle

Chapter 92

Chapter 92

LH GROUP

“We are in unanimous decision to accept Lawrence Lockhart’s resignation,” Mr. Lee said, his expression unreadable.

Mr. Lee’s voice echoed in the opulent conference room, bouncing off the polished mahogany table., Silence, thick and heavy, followed his pronouncement. Unlike the usual murmur of agreement or polite disagreement, there was only the nervous clenching of fists and the rustle of expensive clothing.

The recent smuggling scandal has shaken the very foundation of LH Group. Stocks had plummeted, and whispers of panic danced on the tongues of every employee. Here, at the board table, the air was thick with a different kind of tension.

Lawrence Lockhart’s resignation, a carefully worded document delivered that very morning, lay splayed on the table like a discarded hand. It was a formality, a public acknowledgment of the inevitable. Yet, the weight of that resignation pressed down on each board member.

Mr. Anderson, a portly man with a perpetually worried expression, dabbed his forehead with a monogrammed handkerchief. Miss Paine, known for her sharp wit and sharper tongue, remained

uncharacteristically quiet, her gaze fixed on the intricate floral pattern of

the rug.

Across from them, Sofia Lockhart sat with a cold indifference that masked a simmering satisfaction. The public might see Lawrence’s departure as a noble sacrifice, but Sofia knew better.

It seems that now, the shareholders who were ever wary of scandal had lost all faith in their chosen successor.

At one point, Sofia wanted to laugh in their faces and tell them how foolish they had been to be fooled by Lawrence himself. However, wasn’t she just like them a couple of months ago?

A ghost of a smile played on Sofia’s lips as her gaze met Mr. Lee’s.

“While Mr. Lockhart’s resignation has been accepted,” he began, his voice measured, “we must address the issue of succession. The board previously expressed its interest in Mr. Lockhart assuming the chairmanship after… well, after recent events. However, the current

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necessitate a reevaluation.”

real battle would begin. The chairmanship of LH Group was a coveted prize,

Lockhart’s resignation and the board’s commitment to a smooth transition is paramount. We’ll need clear

in. Miss Paine, finally looking up, spoke with a hint of her usual sharpness, “And who will be appointed acting chairman in the interim?”

the face of LH Group during this critical time, and their actions could significantly impact investor confidence. All eyes turned to Mr.

next week to discuss the selection process for a permanent chairman,” he explained. “In the meantime, I propose that the role of acting chairman falls to a committee of three board members. This will ensure a collaborative and transparent approach

committee would help to quell any accusations of favoritism and demonstrate

slightly. Everyone had been wanting to ask this question, yet no one had been able to voice anything… until

fingers, his gaze sweeping across the

chairman. It was a power play, a subtle

between them. This was far from over. The fight for control of LH Group had just begun, and Sofia, no longer an outsider,

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the right time for that. With her votes alone, Sofia was confident that she could actually have the position if she

sound sharp and clear in the tense silence. All eyes darted toward her, curiosity and a hint of wariness flickering

committee, Mr. Lee,” she began, her voice calm and measured, “I believe ensuring true stability requires complete transparency in the selection process for the new

of interest glinting in her eyes. Mr. Anderson, however, seemed to shrink back slightly

have in mind, Ms. Lockhart?” Mr. Lee inquired, his voice betraying a hint of curiosity.

need to establish a clear set of criteria for potential candidates. This should include proven leadership experience, a deep understanding of our industry, and an unwavering

“Second, the selection process itself should be open and impartial. We should consi engaging a reputable search firm to identify qualified candidates. This

backroom deals and power plays, might resist the idea of a transparent search. But she also knew

Sofia pressed on, her voice firm, “we need to ensure shareholder involvement in the final decision. Perhaps a shortlist of qualified candidates could be presented for a shareholder vote. This would show that we value the voice of everyone invested in

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be a departure from our usual practices, but perhaps a necessary one in these

in. “I second that. Transparency breeds trust, and trust is what