Mr. Villain's Lovely Wife

Chapter 115

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Cecil stood and adjusted her blazer, addressing the room calmly “As I was saying, this conduct is something the Asian market wouldn’t tolerate. Monica may be a mistress, but she’s also a mother. You did not just harm her–you ended her child’s life. I strongly suggest that Miss Rossi not only relinquish control of the Macau project but also be placed on suspension while we conduct a full investigation.”

Murmurs broke out around the table. Mr. Lund immediately raised his hand, silencing the room. He turned his sharp gaze on Cecil. “Mrs. Weiss, those are serious allegations. Do you have any evidence to substantiate them?”

“We have Monica’s account of the incident,” Cecil said, straightening, clearly prepared. “As well as the fact that all cameras near the scene malfunctioned at the time. That is highly suspicious, wouldn’t you agree?”

“Suspicious, yes,” Jørgen agreed. “But circumstantial at best. We need more than speculation to justify suspending a key executive.”

“Mrs. Weiss, with all due respect… I believe you are dragging the entire company down just because you are a bit emotional,” Izzy interjected. Her calm demeanor only made Madam Weiss more irritated. Cecil didn’t know where Izzy got her confidence from, but she was sure as hell Izzy wouldn’t be walking with that same confidence out of this room. “I understand that losing a grandchild can make one emotional, but Madam Weiss, this is a multimillion–dollar project. How about we use logic instead of letting our anger rule our minds?”

Before Cecil could respond, Mr. Nielsen nodded in agreement. “Macau’s investors would want solid evidence if we’re to take drastic action like removing Miss Rossi from the project. Without it, this looks like internal politics.”

“Thank you, Mr. Nielsen,” Izzy said. “As you’ve pointed out, this is purely a personal matter, with no credible evidence to support the accusations. Monica’s story is just that–a story. And let’s not forget, my professional record is spotless. I have never cheated investors, mishandled a project, or acted with questionable behavior. My performance speaks for itself.”

Several board members exchanged glances, murmuring their agreement. One of them, a younger member named Eric Dalton, leaned forward. “Miss Rossi raises a good point. This is hearsay. Without concrete evidence, it sets a dangerous precedent if we act on rumors alone.”

Cecil’s face tightened. “Are you implying Monica is lying? The woman just lost her child. Why would she lie about something like this?”

Izzy met her gaze head–on. “I’m implying that personal grievances have no place in a boardroom discussion. If you want to pursue this further, Mrs. Weiss, I suggest you take it through proper legal channels. Until then, I ask the board to focus on business.”

as she expected, Cecil’s face turned even uglier. “This meeting was called to address this issue, Miss Rossi. Just like most people here, I, too, own shares

is telling you to close your mouth, Madam Weiss. I am simply telling you to focus on the facts,”

Weiss leaned back in his chair. He had been observing this exchange since the meeting started and realized that his own wife seemed deranged, illogical and emotional–something he never expected. He looked at his wife. “Obviously, I thought you had something concrete, Unless there is irrefutable evidence, we

no reason to suspend Miss Rossi at this time. Let’s move forward and hear her report on

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the growing support for Izzy around the table. Izzy allowed herself a small, triumphant smile as she

the screen is progressing on schedule, with our next milestone set for completion within three

in front of

she knew that Cecil and Calen were far from done. In fact, she was waiting for them to give

the middle of presenting a financial breakdown when low murmurs suddenly erupted across the boardroom. Frowning, she paused

asked, raising an

the doorway. She leaned in, handing her phone

took the phone and glanced at the screen. Her eyes narrowed as she read

Child in Jealous

a blind item, carefully avoiding names but filled with enough details to make the connection obvious. It spoke of a high–profile executive embroiled in scandal after allegedly orchestrating an accident

was no

the best they can do?

the attention of the room. Miss Rossi,

nothing more than sensationalist gossip. Whoever fed this story to

It seems rather detailed for mere gossip, doesn’t it?”

repeated. “Because someone has been working tirelessly to spin these lies. But I’m sure the board is well aware that credible news outlets don’t publish without verified